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Arbeloa’s choices revealed for crucial Benfica trip

Real Madrid Line-up confirmed for Benfica clash

Real Madrid announced their starting Line-up for Champions League playoff first leg away to Benfica on Tuesday night.

Arbeloa names Madrid team for Lisbon test

Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa has confirmed his squad to face Benfica in Champions League playoff.

The match will be played at Estadio da Luz where Madrid are aiming to take a positive result in first leg of the round of 16 playoff in the 2025 /26 season.

The two side met earlier in the competition during the final round of the league phase when Benfica claimed 4-2 win over the Spanish giants.

Kick-off time and match context

Kick-off is scheduled for 20:00 GMT on Tuesday. Real Madrid arrive in Lisbon looking to respond after that earlier defeat and take control of the tie ahead of the return leg.

Arbeloa has opted for balanced line-up mixing experience and pace, with strong attacking duo leading the front line.

Real Madrid starting XI vs Benfica