Jose Mourinho faces selection decision between Cucurella and Carreras at Real Madrid
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 8:19 AM
Last updated Oct 16, 2026
Real Madrid's left-back position presents a dilemma for manager Jose Mourinho as Marc Cucurella and Alvaro Carreras vie for the starting spot. Cucurella brings experience but has struggled defensively, while Carreras shows promise with his one-v-one defending skills and ability to progress the ball. Madrid aims for greater defensive stability after early-season challenges. Mourinho faces pressure to decide who will secure the role moving forward.
- •Both Cucurella and Carreras are competing for the starting left-back role.
- •Carreras exhibits strong defensive qualities suited to Madrid's needs.
- •Cucurella offers experience and attacking potential but has shown vulnerabilities.
- •Mourinho needs to finalize the left-back selection for improved stability.
- 8:19 AMYahoo Sports — The Cucurella – Carreras conundrum: Jose Mourinho faces a tough decision at Real Madrid
"Real Madrid have an interesting selection dilemma at left-back, with Marc Cucurella and Alvaro Carreras competing for a starting spot under Jose Mourinho.While Cucurella brings experience and an estab...
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