4-3-3 Real Madrid Predicted Lineup Vs Osasuna
Xabi Alonso will opt for the 4-3-3 formation and is expected to name a strong first team for this clash. Kylian Mbappe will once again lead the line for the Madrid giants up top.
4-3-3 Real Madrid Predicted Lineup To Face Osasuna
Defence
Thibaut Coutois will feature in between the sticks for Real Madrid after he kept a clean sheet in his last outing. Dean Huijsen will operate alongside Eder Militao at the heart of Alonso's defence as they look to keep things solid at the back during the 90 minutes.
Trent Alexander-Arnold will be named as the right-back while Alvaro Carreras hopes to impress on the other side as the left-back. Both of them will get the license to go forward and express themselves in the Osasuna half.
David Alaba and Fran Garcia will provide cover for the defensive positions on the bench.
INNSBRUCK, AUSTRIA – AUGUST 12: Xabi Alonso, Head Coach of Real Madrid talks with his players during a drinks break during the pre-season friendly match between WSG Tirol and Real Madrid CF at Tivoli Stadion Tirol on August 12, 2025 in Innsbruck, Austria. (Photo by)
Midfield
Alonso could name a midfield three of Dani Ceballos, Aurelien Tchouameni and Arda Guler. The talented trio would have to retain possession well at the centre of the park and engineer some inviting chances for their teammates in the final third.
Eduardo Camavinga is a major doubt for this game.
Attack
Vinicius Jr. will try to impress on the left flank while Brahim Diaz hopes to catch the eye as the right-sided wide player. Both of them would look to get in behind the opponent's backline at every chance they get.
Kylian Mbappe will spearhead Real Madrid's attack in the final third. He would be eager to get his season off to a good start by finding the back of the net versus Osasuna this Tuesday night.
Endrick will be in a race against time to be ready for this game. However, Rodrygo and Gonzalo Garcia will be available for selection on the bench and might come on to make an impact in the latter stages of the game if Los Blancos are in need of a goal by then.
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