Real Madrid are just one step away from the Copa del Rey final as they host Real Sociedad at the Santiago Bernabeu on Tuesday night, holding a narrow 1-0 advantage from the first leg in San Sebastian.
Real Madrid host Real Sociedad at the Santiago Bernabeu on Tuesday for the second leg of their Copa del Rey semi-final, holding a narrow 1-0 advantage from the first leg in San Sebastian. Carlo Ancelottii's side are aiming to book their place in the final as they continue their pursuit of silverware on three fronts this season.
Victory in the competition would be particularly significant for Ancelotti, who could become the first manager in Madrid's history to lift the Copa del Rey three times. The Italian tactician will be eager to ensure his team capitalise on their lead and avoid any slip-ups against a well-organised La Real side.
Kylian Mbappe, who joined Madrid from Paris Saint-Germain last summer, continues to make history at the club. The French forward has already matched Cristiano Ronaldo's tally of 33 goals in his first season at the Bernabeu, having idolised the Portuguese superstar while growing up. With plenty of football still to play this campaign, the Frenchman has ample opportunity to surpass that figure and further cement his status as a key player for Los Blancos.
Madrid's focus will be on getting the job done at home, but Real Sociedad have proven to be a resilient opponent and will be determined to mount a comeback. A place in the Copa del Rey final is at stake, and both sides will be ready for a fiercely contested battle under the lights in the Spanish capital.
Real Madrid starting XI: Lunin (GK); Lucas Vazquez, Asencio, Alaba, Camavinga; Tchouameni, Valverde, Bellingham; Rodrygo, Vinicius and Endrick.
Real Sociedad starting XI: Remiro (GK); Aguerd, Zubeldia, Aramburu, Munoz; Sucic, Zubimendi, Marin; Kubo, Oyarzabal and Barrenetxea.