Real Madrid will have a ‘new signing’ for its upcoming Champions League semifinal clash against Bayern Munich. The record winners of the tournament are just three games away from potentially claiming their 15th title. In a tough quarterfinal match against Manchester City, Los Blancos managed to secure a victory in a penalty shootout, setting up a last four date with Bayern Munich.
Eder Militao, who returned from an ACL rupture last month, is seen as a “new signing” for Real Madrid. Although he did not take a penalty in the shootout due to his Brazil teammate Ederson being the goalkeeper for Manchester City, Militao is expected to pick up minutes in upcoming matches against FC Barcelona and Real Sociedad. While he may not start in the first leg against Bayern, he is likely to feature in the second leg at the Bernabeu alongside Antonio Rudiger.
With Militao and Rudiger at the back, Real Madrid will have a strong defensive lineup for their semifinal clash. If Tchouameni joins them in a defensive midfield role, the team will have a solid defensive triangle to counter Bayern’s attacking threats. Despite the absence of David Alaba, Madrid’s defense is expected to be robust as they aim to secure a spot in the Champions League final.
The first leg of the semifinal against Bayern Munich will take place at the Allianz Arena on April 30. Madrid will be looking to put in a strong performance away from home before returning to the Bernabeu for the second leg. With their new signing Militao back in action and Rudiger leading the defense, Real Madrid will be aiming to secure a positive result in the first leg to give them a strong advantage heading into the return fixture.
Real Madrid’s never-say-die attitude was on full display in their quarterfinal victory over Manchester City. Despite being outworked in terms of possession and shots on goal, Carlo Ancelotti’s men fought hard and ultimately emerged victorious in a tense penalty shootout. The team will be hoping to carry that same fighting spirit into their semifinal matchup against Bayern Munich as they aim to progress to the final and continue their quest for Champions League glory.
As Real Madrid prepares to face Bayern Munich in the Champions League semifinals, all eyes will be on their defensive lineup. With the return of Eder Militao and the presence of Antonio Rudiger, Madrid will have a strong defensive partnership to rely on. The team will be looking to use their defensive solidity and tactical acumen to overcome Bayern’s attacking threat and secure a positive result in both legs of the semifinal tie.
