Rival watch: Jose Mourinho’s El Clasico plan reveals how Real Madrid intend to face Barcelona
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho is planning specific tactical adjustments for the upcoming El Clasico match against Barcelona. The strategy includes deploying Federico Valverde at right-back and utilizing a double pivot in midfield to counter Barcelona's current league lead.
Why it matters
El Clasico is one of the most-watched sporting events globally, and tactical shifts by high-profile managers like Mourinho significantly influence match outcomes and league standings.
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho is preparing to make several tactical decisions for Sunday's El Clasico against Barcelona.
Los Blancos come into this game hoping to close the six-point gap that Hansi Flick's Barça have established at the top of the table.
According to MARCA , Federico Valverde, Arda Guler and Yan Diomande are expected to occupy important roles in Madrid's starting XI.
Mourinho's plan involves deploying Valverde at right-back, Guler on the right wing and Diomande on the left, while Aurelien Tchouameni and Eduardo Camavinga form a double pivot in midfield.
Valverde's expected inclusion at right-back would continue a tactical adjustment that has recently helped Madrid improve their possession game.
The Uruguayan offers energy, defensive recovery and the ability to move into midfield when Madrid build attacks.
Arda Guler is expected to start on the right wing against Barcelona. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images)
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