Real Madrid XI vs. Bayern Munich: Champions League Quarterfinal—Injury News, Predicted Lineup

Madrid, Spain – Real Madrid’s preparations for Wednesday’s Champions League quarterfinal first leg against Bayern Munich have been complicated by the suspension of midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni, leaving youth coach Álvaro Arbeloa to reassess his options in the engine room. With the France international ruled out after picking up a booking in the round-of-16 return leg, Arbeloa must now decide whether to shuffle his pack or promote a less-seasoned name to anchor the midfield against the German giants. The decision is expected to have a knock-on effect throughout the predicted XI, though the club has yet to confirm any further injury concerns ahead of the heavyweight encounter at the Bernabéu.