Sun Nov 24 16:54:24 UTC 2024: ## Real Madrid Faces Must-Win Match Against Leganes on ABC

**MADRID, SPAIN** – Real Madrid travels to face Leganes on Sunday in a crucial La Liga match airing on ABC in the United States. Sitting six points behind league leaders Barcelona, Real Madrid cannot afford another loss. While a 4-0 victory over Osasuna before the international break offered a boost, the team is still battling significant injuries.

Despite the international break causing further injury concerns for Leganes – losing left-back Enric Franquesa for the season and midfielder Renato Tapia for an undetermined period – they have shown recent form, winning three of their last four matches.

Real Madrid also faces injury challenges. While Aurelien Tchouameni’s return from an ankle injury is expected to bolster the midfield, the club continues to be without key players including Dani Carvajal, Eder Militao, and David Alaba due to long-term injuries. Rodrygo’s potential return remains uncertain.

The match will feature a tactical battle, with Real Madrid potentially deploying Federico Valverde at right-back due to the team’s defensive injury crisis. The predicted starting XIs reflect these challenges:

**Leganes:** Dmitrovic; Altimira, S. Gonzalez, Nastasic, J. Hernandez; Chicco, Cisse; Cruz, Brasanac, El Haddadi; De la Fuente.

**Real Madrid:** Lunin; Valverde, R. Asencio, Rudiger, F. Garcia; Tchouameni, Bellingham, Camavinga; B. Diaz, Mbappe, Vinicius.

This high-stakes encounter is a must-watch for La Liga fans, airing on ABC in the US and available via other international broadcasters. A Real Madrid victory is crucial to keep their title hopes alive.

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