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Real Madrid will miss Eduardo Camavinga and David Alaba for the Copa del Rey final against Barcelona. Both players got injured during Wednesday’s win over Getafe.
WHAT HAPPENED?
Camavinga and Alaba had muscle injuries in Real Madrid’s 1-0 win at Getafe. Alaba started as a center-back but left the field at halftime with a leg problem. Camavinga came on as a substitute but got hurt after a sprint and tackle, leaving the field later. Manager Carlo Ancelotti said neither player will be ready to play Barcelona this Saturday.
THE IMPACT ON REAL MADRID’S SQUAD
Missing Camavinga and Alaba is tough for Real Madrid. Camavinga is important in midfield, often marking tough players, and Alaba can play in different defensive spots. With left-back Ferland Mendy still injured, Real Madrid has few defensive choices. Fran García will probably start as left-back against Barcelona, facing a big challenge.
WHAT COMES NEXT?
The final at La Cartuja will be another El Clásico with a title on the line. Real Madrid, in a close race in La Liga, want another title. Barcelona, having a rough domestic season, see this final as a chance to win something. After the final, Real Madrid will play in La Liga, just a few points behind the top teams, while Barcelona also hopes to move up. The final result could decide how both teams do as they chase titles this season.
