Real Madrid to Miss Mendy in Spanish Super Cup Final

11 January 2026at11:20

Real Madrid will be without their left-back Ferland Mendy in the Spanish Super Cup final against Barcelona. His absence is due to the player not recovering in time from a physical injury.

Consequently, Mendy will not be part of the squad for the match, depriving the coach of an important defensive option. In contrast, Cadena COPE confirmed that defender Antonio Rüdiger has fully recovered and is ready to start the encounter.

Mendy's absence directly impacts Real Madrid's left flank, a crucial area, especially when facing Barcelona's Lamine Yamal. Although Mendy was not expected to start the match, the club will need to adjust its defensive tactics for this decisive clash. Both Álvaro Carreras and Fran García are expected to be available for selection.

Q&A

Why is Ferland Mendy not playing in the Spanish Super Cup final?

Ferland Mendy is out of the Spanish Super Cup final against Barcelona due to a physical injury, not recovering in time. This deprives Real Madrid of a key defensive option on the left flank.

How does Ferland Mendy's absence affect Real Madrid's defense against Barcelona?

Mendy's absence directly impacts Real Madrid's left flank, a crucial area, especially when facing Barcelona's Lamine Yamal. The club will need to adjust its defensive tactics for the decisive clash, with Álvaro Carreras and Fran García available.