Barcelona, Real Madrid Confirm Squads for Title-Deciding El Clásico

Barcelona is set to face Real Madrid in a crucial La Liga El Clásico match that could decide the title, with Barcelona likely to field the same starting XI that recently lost to Inter Milan in the Champions League. Real Madrid confirmed their squad for the game, with Rodrygo returning from illness but six key players—including Dani Carvajal, Eder Militao, Eduardo Camavinga, Antonio Rudiger, Ferland Mendy, and David Alaba—out due to injuries, particularly affecting their defense. Coach Carlo Ancelotti plans to start Arda Guler ahead of Rodrygo, citing Guler's recent strong performances, while defensive duties may fall to Raul Asencio and Aurelien Tchouameni, with Jesus Vallejo as a backup option. The match carries high stakes, as a Barcelona win would nearly secure the championship, while a Real Madrid victory would narrow the gap to just one point. Real Madrid has also included several young players in the squad due to the injury crisis. Both teams are preparing carefully for this decisive encounter in the La Liga title race.