Neither Rafael Benítez nor Laurent Blanc have sprung a surprise in their lineups for Tuesday's Champions League clash between Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Gemain at the Santiago Bernabéu.
Real Madrid vs. Paris Saint-Germain: Lineups
The teamsheets have been revealed for Tuesday’s Champions League clash between Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain.
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The biggest news for the hosts is that Cristiano Ronaldo will start as a lone central striker, flanked by Jesé and Isco. Karim Benzema hasn't made the squad. Meanwhile, attacker James Rodríguez has been declared fit enough to make his return, though only as a substitute.
The good news for PSG is that David Luiz has shaken off injury concerns to make their starting lineup. He sits alongside Thiago Silva at the center of defense, while Thiago Motta will anchor things between Blaise Matuidi and Marco Verratti in midfield. Edinson Cavani, Ángel Di María and Zlatan Ibrahimović make up a formidable front three.
Real Madrid starting lineup (4-2-3-1): Keylor Navas; Marcelo; Raphaël Varane, Sergio Ramos, Danilo; Toni Kroos, Casemiro, Luka Modrić; Jesé, Cristiano Ronaldo, Isco.
Paris Saint-Germain starting lineup (4-3-3): Kevin Trapp; Maxwell, David Luiz, Thiago Silva, Serge Aurier; Blaise Matuidi, Thiago Motta, Marco Verratti; Edinson Cavani, Zlatan Ibrahimović, Ángel Di María.
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