Courtois out for Clasico as Real Madrid faces Barcelona

Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has been ruled out of the Clásico against Barcelona due to flu, as confirmed by the club. His late absence adds to Madrid's challenges, already missing suspended forward Vinicius Junior. Young goalkeeper Illia Voloshyn has been called up, but Andriy Lunin is expected to start in goal. Barcelona aims to capitalize on Courtois' absence, integrating their attacking players to pressure Lunin throughout the match. The highly anticipated fixture is set to take place tonight.

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