Real Madrid vs Barcelona Predicted line-ups and latest news

The upcoming El Clásico between Real Madrid and Barcelona, scheduled for tomorrow, April 21st, marks the culmination of the current season.

• Real Madrid vs Barcelona prediction and betting tips on April 21, 2024

For Xavi Hernandez, this will be his tenth El Clásico as the head coach of Barcelona. In the previous nine matches, he secured victory four times and suffered defeat five times. For the legendary figure of the Catalan club, this match presents an excellent opportunity to make a statement in his final El Clásico as head coach. Barcelona sees this match as its last chance to salvage some silverware, having been eliminated from the UEFA Champions League, the Copa del Rey, and losing in the final of the Spanish Super Cup.

A victory for Real Madrid in this match would secure a more tranquil conclusion to the season and extend their lead over Barcelona to eleven points with six matches remaining, potentially allowing them to focus more on the UEFA Champions League semifinals against Bayern Munich and aim for a spot in the final at Wembley.

• Real Madrid vs Barcelona prediction and betting tips on April 21, 2024 by Jason Collins

This upcoming match will be the third El Clásico of the current season, with Carlo Ancelotti's side emerging victorious in both previous encounters. In the first half of the La Liga campaign, Barcelona took an early lead, but a brace from Bellinamia secured the win for his team. The teams also met in the Spanish Super Cup final, where Los Blancos convincingly defeated the Catalans 4-1.

At yesterday's training session, Real Madrid was without Dani Carvajal, but today, he rejoined the squad, as reported by Marca. Thibaut Courtois was also spotted at training, but his return to the pitch is uncertain. In his absence, Andriy Lunin has deputized admirably.

Barcelona approaches this match practically unscathed, and Xavi is expected to field his strongest lineup. Following their UEFA Champions League exit, the Catalans aim to uplift their supporters, and nothing would please them more than a victory over Real Madrid in El Clásico. A statement made by a Barcelona midfielder before the match suggests that they can use their disappointment as motivation, and the defeat to PSG in the Champions League quarterfinals can serve as valuable experience for the development of their young players.

An exciting match awaits us, featuring the finest players from both teams and from around the world.

Predicted Real Madrid line-ups

Lunin – Mendy, Nacho, Rüdiger, Carvajal – Kroos, Camavinga, Valverde – Bellinamia – Vinicius, Rodrigo

Predicted Barcelona line-ups

Ter Stegen – Cancelo, Koundé, Araujo, Cucurella – De Jong, Guendogan, Pedri – Rafinha, Lewandowski, Ymal

Just a reminder, the match will take place at the Santiago Bernabéu and kick-off is scheduled for 21:00 Central European Time. Dailysports has prepared information for you on where to watch this match in your country.