Valencia and Real Madrid face off in one of the most eagerly anticipated fixtures of LaLiga Matchday 12. Mestalla will host a challenging encounter for both sides, with Los Blancos looking to secure three important points and Valencia hoping to use home advantage to spring a surprise.
Real Madrid are expected to field a line-up packed with attacking talent, while Valencia could opt for a 4-4-2 formation as they prepare to take on one of the title favourites. Here are the predicted lineups for the match.
Valencia predicted lineup: Danjuma and Guerra lead the attack
Valencia could line up in a 4-4-2 formation, with Dimitrievski between the posts and a back four consisting of Foulquier, Tárrega, De Haas and Gayà.
In midfield, Maffeo and Rioja are expected to occupy the wings, while Rodríguez and Mayol could form the central partnership. Danjuma and Guerra are tipped to lead the line as Valencia's main attacking options.
Valencia predicted lineup (4-4-2): Dimitrievski; Foulquier, Tárrega, De Haas, Gayà; Maffeo, Rodríguez, Mayol, Rioja; Danjuma, Guerra.
Real Madrid predicted lineup: Mbappé leads the frontline
Real Madrid could go with a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Courtois starting in goal. The defensive line is expected to feature Dumfries, Konaté, Huijsen and Cucurella.
In midfield, Tchouaméni and Valverde would provide balance and energy. Ahead of them, Güler, Bellingham and Diomande could make up the attacking midfield trio, tasked with creating chances and linking up with Kylian Mbappé, who is expected to lead the Madrid attack.
Real Madrid predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Courtois; Dumfries, Konaté, Huijsen, Cucurella; Tchouaméni, Valverde; Güler, Bellingham, Diomande; Mbappé.
Valencia vs Real Madrid: Kick-off time and venue
The LaLiga Matchday 12 clash between Valencia and Real Madrid will take place on Saturday, 7 November, at 9:00 pm local time at the Mestalla Stadium.
Both teams will be aiming for a positive result in a fixture that promises plenty of excitement. The predicted lineups remain subject to the final decisions made by the two managers.
Possible line-up for Valencia (4-4-2): Dimitrievski; Foulquier, Tárrega, de Haas, Gayà; Maffeo, Rodríguez, Mayol, Rioja; Danjuma, Guerra.
Possible line-up for Valencia (4-4-2): Dimitrievski; Foulquier, Tárrega, de Haas, Gayà; Maffeo, Rodríguez, Mayol, Rioja; Danjuma, Guerra.
Valencia4-4-2Possible line-up for Real Madrid (4-2-3-1): Courtois; Dumfries, Konaté, Huijsen, Cucurella; Tchouaméni, Valverde; Güler, Bellingham, Diomande; Mbappé.
Real Madrid4-2-3-1Possible line-up for Valencia (4-4-2): Dimitrievski; Foulquier, Tárrega, de Haas, Gayà; Maffeo, Rodríguez, Mayol, Rioja; Danjuma, Guerra.
Possible line-up for Real Madrid (4-2-3-1): Courtois; Dumfries, Konaté, Huijsen, Cucurella; Tchouaméni, Valverde; Güler, Bellingham, Diomande; Mbappé.
Valencia4-4-2Real Madrid4-2-3-1