Brahim Diaz Returns to Real Madrid Bench as Substitute Against Villarreal
24 January 2026at18:32
Alvaro Arbeloa revealed the starting lineup for tonight's match, as Real Madrid visits Villarreal (21:00 GMT+1) for Matchday 21 of La Liga.
Moroccan midfielder Brahim Diaz will be on the bench for this game. He returned to Real Madrid training just three days ago after participating in the Africa Cup of Nations with the Moroccan national team.
Real Madrid's lineup: Courtois - Valverde, Houssine, Asensio, Carreras - Camavinga, Güler, Bellingham - Mastantuono, Vinicius, Mbappé.
Q&A
Why is Brahim Diaz on the bench for Real Madrid's match against Villarreal?
Brahim Diaz is on the bench for Real Madrid's match against Villarreal as he only returned to training three days ago after his participation in the Africa Cup of Nations with Morocco.
What is Real Madrid's confirmed starting lineup for their La Liga match against Villarreal?
Alvaro Arbeloa revealed Real Madrid's starting lineup features Courtois, Valverde, Houssine, Asensio, Carreras, Camavinga, Güler, Bellingham, Mastantuono, Vinicius, and Mbappé for the Villarreal game.
