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Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Ancelotti likely to retain Real Madrid veteran over 26-year-old star in cup final vs Barcelona
Ancelotti likely to retain Real Madrid veteran over 26-year-old star in cup final vs Barcelona As Real Madrid gear up for their upcoming Copa del Rey final against Barcelona, there has been much debate about the goalkeeping position. Up until now, Andriy Lunin has been the regular for Real Madrid in between the sticks, showcasing stellar displays. Advertisement Given his role as a cup goalkeeper, it was given that the 26-year-old Ukrainian may start against Barcelona in the Copa del Rey final. Courtois to get the nod ahead of Lunin According to SPORT, it appears Ancelotti is unlikely to play Lunin this weekend and has instead put his faith in Thibaut Courtois. It's a scenario that feels eerily familiar to last season's Champions League final, where Lunin had been the main man in goal throughout the knockout rounds, only to be benched in the final upon Courtois' return from injury. This time around, too, Lunin will have the settle for a place on the bench to make way for Courtois. Lunin will have to settle for a place on the bench. (Photo by) Lunin has started each of Real Madrid's five Copa del Rey matches this season. The Ukrainian has also featured in five La Liga games and two Champions League ties, offering solid performances whenever called upon. Advertisement At the same time, though, one can hardly argue with Ancelotti's deciison either as Courtois has been a saviour for the club time and time again. Given Real Madrid's poor track record against Barcelona this season, the onus will be on the Belgian to keep a valued cleaned. Courtois was able to keep a clean sheet in Real Madrid's most recent win over Getafe, where he notably commended the team spirit after such a win.
Saba Yemen
05-04-2025
- Sport
- Saba Yemen
Five Players Missed from Real Madrid Squad for Valencia
Madrid - Saba: Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti announced his squad for Saturday's match against Valencia at the Santiago Bernabéu, in Round 30 of the Spanish League. The squad included goalkeeper Andriy Lunin, who was doubtful for the match, but his inclusion in the squad does not necessarily guarantee his participation in the starting lineup. Lunin will await Ancelotti's final assessment, who indicated in his press conference that he has no problem relying on young goalkeeper Fran Gonzalez. The five players missing from Real Madrid's squad are Courtois, Carvajal, Militao, Mendy, and Ceballos. Real Madrid's roster is as follows: Goalkeepers: Lunin, Fran Gonzalez, Sergio Mestre Defense: Alaba, Lucas, Vallejo, Fran Garcia, Rüdiger, Asensio Midfielders: Bellingham, Camavinga, Valverde, Modrić, Tchouameni, Guler Attackers: Vinicius, Mbappé, Rodrygo, Endrick, Díaz Real Madrid is second in La Liga with 63 points, while Valencia is in 15th place with 31 points. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
New York Times
04-04-2025
- Sport
- New York Times
Carlo Ancelotti confident Thibaut Courtois will be fit for Real Madrid's trip to Arsenal next week
Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti is confident Thibaut Courtois will be fit to face Arsenal in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final next Tuesday. Courtois, 32, has missed three of Madrid's last five matches in all competitions through injury, including both games since the international break. Advertisement His deputy, Andriy Lunin, is also struggling with injury and is a doubt for Saturday's La Liga home game against Valencia, having started in Courtois' absence in last weekend's 3-2 league win over Leganes and 4-4 Copa del Rey draw on Tuesday. If Lunin is unavailable against Valencia, 19-year-old Fran Gonzalez will likely start the match, having acted as Madrid's third-choice goalkeeper this season. Gonzalez has yet to make his senior debut for the club, instead playing as the No 1 for Real Madrid Castilla in the third tier. ⚡️Lunin underwent tests yesterday and has a soleus injury that could keep him out around 4 weeks He is considering taking injections to face Valencia, with the risk that it could worsen the problem The idea is to test him in training tomorrow and make a decision @TheAthleticFC — Mario Cortegana (@MarioCortegana) April 3, 2025 'Courtois is doing better, we think he can make Tuesday,' Ancelotti told a pre-match news conference on Friday. 'We have doubts about Lunin, who will have a test today and who has had a slight discomfort. 'If he's not well, we have total confidence in Fran. The only problem with him is that he's young, but that's happened to everyone. If his time comes tomorrow, we will be very happy for him because we are all convinced that he will be a great goalkeeper.' Though Courtois is doubt for the Arsenal game, a source close to the Belgian, speaking confidentially to protect relationships, told The Athletic they were confident he would be fit for the trip to London. There is also a question mark over the availability of Antonio Rudiger after UEFA launched an investigation into him, Kylian Mbappe, Dani Ceballos and Vinicius Junior for alleged indecent conduct during their Champions League last-16 second-leg win over Atletico Madrid last month. Advertisement The players are alleged to have made gestures towards Atletico supporters after Madrid's penalty shootout win over their city rivals at the Civitas Metropolitano. Asked about possible sanctions, Ancelotti said: 'We have to wait, we don't think anything will happen and we think Rudiger will play on Tuesday.' ()
Jordan News
02-04-2025
- Sport
- Jordan News
King's Cup: After a Crazy Match... Real Madrid Escapes Sociedad's Trap - Jordan News
Real Madrid survived a dramatic encounter against Real Sociedad and reached the final of the Copa del Rey after a 4-4 draw following extra time at the Santiago Bernabéu in Madrid on Tuesday, in the second leg of the semi-final. اضافة اعلان The match ended with a 4-3 victory for the Basque side in regular time, forcing extra time after losing 1-0 in the first leg at home. In the second half of extra time, the Royal Club scored a goal, securing their place in the final for the 41st time in their history, as they pursue their 21st Copa del Rey title. Real Madrid avoided a repeat of their 2019-2020 season, where they were eliminated in the quarter-finals by Real Sociedad with a 3-4 loss at the Bernabéu. In the final, scheduled for April 26 in Seville, Real Madrid will face either their city rivals Atlético Madrid or their fierce rivals Barcelona, who play their second leg on Wednesday at the Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid, after drawing 4-4 in the first leg in Barcelona. The club suffered significantly in the absence of their star goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, who is out injured. His substitute, Ukrainian international Andriy Lunin, was not up to par, making a costly mistake in conceding Sociedad's fourth goal, scored by captain Mikel Oyarzabal. Lunin also conceded two own goals from his defender David Alaba (72 and 80). Real Madrid started the match with the better of the play and almost opened the scoring through Brazilian forward Endrick, who replaced French striker Kylian Mbappé. Endrick received a pass inside the box but hit a weak shot just wide (5). He also attempted an acrobatic shot from close range that went just wide (8). English midfielder Jude Bellingham played a key role, passing to Vinícius, who went on a run and shot at the far corner, but Sociedad's goalkeeper Alex Remiro made a great save (10). Sociedad responded with a powerful low shot from Luka Sucic that narrowly missed the far post (12). The Basque side opened the scoring when Ander Barrenetxea took advantage of a header from Pablo Marín behind the defense, sprinted into the box, and placed the ball between Lunin's legs (16). Bellingham passed a brilliant ball behind the defense to Vinícius, who dribbled into the area but his shot was deflected by Remiro (20). Endrick equalized when Vinícius chipped the ball over the defense to him, and he ran into the area, lifting the ball over the goalkeeper into the net (30). Lunin saved Real Madrid again by denying Mikel Merino's close-range shot after a corner (70). Sociedad regained the lead when Marín dribbled into the box and crossed the ball, which deflected off Alaba's foot and deceived Lunin (72). They extended their lead when Japan's Takefusa Kubo crossed for Oyarzabal to score with a powerful shot that again deflected off Alaba (80). Bellingham pulled one back, tapping in a close-range finish from Vinícius' cross (82). Vinícius missed an excellent chance to equalize when he dribbled inside the box, but the defense cleared it for a corner, which was then converted by Aurelien Tchouaméni with a header (86). In the dying seconds of regular time, Oyarzabal gave Sociedad the lead again with a header from a free-kick taken by Sergio Gómez (90+3). Bellingham almost scored a header from a close-range cross by Vinícius, but Remiro made a crucial save before the defense cleared the ball (90+4), sending the game into extra time. Vinícius missed another easy chance in extra time when he received a pass from Mbappé, dribbled into the box, and shot into the side netting (93). Finally, the breakthrough came from Real Madrid's German defender Antonio Rüdiger, who replaced Alaba and scored with a header from a corner taken by Turkish substitute Arda Güler (115).
Yahoo
27-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Real Madrid to target Chelsea man if 26-year-old departs this summer
Real Madrid to target Chelsea man if 26-year-old departs this summer Real Madrid goalkeeper Andriy Lunin was instrumental to their triumphs in La Liga and the Champions League last season, but was reportedly heartbroken by the choice to revert back to Thibaut Courtois for the final against Borussia Dortmund. The Ukraine international was on the market last summer, and will be again this year. That is according to Diario AS. The 26-year-old penned a somewhat surrpising contract renewal until 2030 in September of 2024, despite the links to a departure. However this was a measure to protect Real Madrid, who did give Lunin a wage rise, but agreed with Lunin and agent Jorge Mendes to listen to offers this summer too, and allow him to depart if a suitable bid comes in. With no sign of Courtois letting go of the starting spot, Lunin is keen to move somewhere that will give him number one duties. Image via Real Madrid CF If that move is consummated, then Real Madrid will be comfortable with it, as they have a back-up plan. Should Lunin move on, their plan is to bring back Kepa Arrizabalaga, who spent last season on loan at the Santiago Bernabeu last season. Originally starting off as number one in Courtois' absence, despite losing his place to Lunin, he did convince those at the club of his value, and is seen as the perfect alternative to Courtois. Kepa also voiced a desire to continue at Real Madrid. This season the 30-year-old has been on loan at Bournemouth, where he has been a starter under Andoni Iraola. Kepa has a contract until 2026 at parent Chelsea, but it appears his future at Stamford Bridge is over, and they will entertain offers for the Spanish international, with just a year left on his contract too. He would likely be a cheap and reliable alternative to Courtois, who despite maintaining his form has missed five games through injury, as well as sitting out the Copa del Rey matches.
