It’s a re-run of last season’s final and, with Real Madrid getting closer to their arch-rivals Barcelona in the title race, Los Blancos’ imperious form of pre-christmas may just be returning.
One of the main catalysts for this has been the return of Luka Modric, who seems to make this Real Madrid team tick. He’s quietly brilliant and it’s no coincidence that his return has seen a marked improvement in the overall performance levels.
The immaculate Toni Kroos and the wonderfully inventive James Rodriguez are also available again after suspension and this means that Real Madrid are at full strength for the first time in around 5 months.
This makes the team easy to pick and we think that most of you will agree that this is the strongest eleven to take on an Atletico side that is as difficult to beat as ever under the visionary management of Diego Simeone. In fact Los Blancos haven’t beaten Atletico in the last six meetings between these sides.
Here is our strongest team for the big one. Real Madrid fans: let’s have your best elevens.
