The most realistic Real Madrid XI with both Rodrygo and Kylian Mbappe in the lineup

Writer Maximus Polek argues that Real Madrid should adjust their starting lineup under manager Jose Mourinho to include both Rodrygo and Kylian Mbappe. With Rodrygo returning to pitch training after recovering from an ACL injury, the writer proposes deploying the Brazilian on the left wing in Mourinho's 4-2-3-1 formation, while benching an out-of-form Vinicius Junior.

The proposed lineup features Kylian Mbappe as the primary striker, supported by Jude Bellingham in the attacking midfield and Arda Guler on the right wing. In defense and midfield, the writer recommends Thibaut Courtois in goal, fullbacks Trent Alexander-Arnold and Marc Cucurella, central defenders Dean Huijsen and Ibrahima Konate, and a midfield pivot of Aurelien Tchouameni and Fede Valverde.