Real Madrid faces lineup changes for Champions League opener against Inter

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Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Real Madrid faces lineup changes for Champions League opener against Inter
Summary

Real Madrid prepares for its upcoming Champions League match against Inter Milan with three key players suspended. Arda Güler, Bernardo Silva, and Eduardo Camavinga are all unavailable due to cards received during last season's European competition. Head coach José Mourinho must now adjust his midfield strategy for the opening game of the tournament. Aurelien Tchouameni remains a potential option for the double pivot if he recovers from an injury, though he has not yet rejoined training with the team. Alternative tactical plans include shifting Jude Bellingham to the double pivot or utilizing Brahim, Diomandé, Vinicius, and Mbappé in the attacking rotation. Trent Alexander-Arnold has also been identified as an unorthodox possibility for the squad as the team navigates these personnel gaps.

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  • Arda Güler, Bernardo Silva, and Eduardo Camavinga are suspended for the Champions League opener.
  • The suspensions stem from disciplinary cards earned in last season's European competition.
  • Aurelien Tchouameni's status remains uncertain as he continues to recover from an injury.
  • José Mourinho is considering shifting Jude Bellingham into a double pivot role.
  • Real Madrid faces Inter Milan in the team's first Champions League match of the season.
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  • 6:43 AMYahoo SportsGüler, Bernardo Silva and Camavinga suspended for Real Madrid’s Champions League debut against Inter
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José Mourinho will have a depleted squad when his Real Madrid team face Inter Milan next week. Arda Güler, Bernardo Silva and Eduardo Camavinga will all be suspended for that game because of cards they were shown during their last games in the European competition last season, which means that Mourinho will have to think […]

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