All of the Lights | Oct 21, 2026

Writing for Managing Madrid, Kung_Fu_Zizou analyzes Real Madrid's recent tactical evolution under manager José Mourinho following a three-game winning streak. The column evaluates the team's strong performance against Sevilla, which featured Fede Valverde at right-back, Arda Güler partnering Aurélien Tchouaméni in midfield, and an attacking trio of Diomande, Endrick, and Kylian Mbappé behind advanced playmaker Jude Bellingham.

The author advocates for a return to a 4-3-3 formation ahead of Real Madrid's Champions League fixture against RB Leipzig. Kung_Fu_Zizou suggests starting Trent Alexander-Arnold at right-back and moving Valverde into midfield, arguing this adjustment alongside ball-progressing players like Dean Huijsen and Güler creates ideal balance as Vinícius Júnior prepares to return to the lineup.