Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano: the official lineups are in

After Barcelona's victory on Saturday, Real Madrid cannot afford to slip up this Sunday against Rayo. The starting elevens have been announced.

As part of matchday 22 in La Liga, Real Madrid host Rayo Vallecano this Sunday. Securing three points against the league’s 16th-placed side is crucial to keep pace with the Catalans.

For this clash, Arbeloa opts for a 4-2-3-1 formation with Camavinga deployed at left-back and Valverde on the opposite flank. Güler and Tchouaméni anchor the midfield just ahead of the defense, while Mastantuono slots in on the right wing, Vinicius holds down the left, and Bellingham operates just behind Mbappé up top.

The official starting lineups:
Real Madrid: Courtois - Valverde, Asencio, Huijsen, Camavinga - Güler, Tchouaméni - Mastantuono, Bellingham, Vinicius - Mbappé.

Rayo Vallecano: Batalla - Ratiu, Lejeune, Mendy, Chavarria - Palazon, Ciss, Gumbau - Akhomach, De Frutos, Garcia.

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