Real Madrid's mission is clear: Overturn the two-goal deficit they face in order to beat fierce rivals Atletico Madrid in the Copa del Rey on Thursday. After the two contested the final last year, it'd be a disaster for either to exit at this early stage. Let's take a tactical look at how this game will play out.
Real Madrid Setup Real Madrid have very few injury issues to contend with ahead of this one, and manager Carlo Ancelotti can essentially name his strongest squad. Carlos Forjanes of AS suggests Alvaro Arbeloa is out, but Dani Carvajal would take his place anyway. Luka Modric is definitely out with a long-term injury.
