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Madrid Eyes Four-Point Lead in Osasuna Clash
21 Feb
Summary
- Real Madrid can extend their lead over Barcelona to four points.
- Osasuna is in strong form, unbeaten in five games.
- Key players Bellingham and Rodrygo are sidelined for Real Madrid.
Real Madrid has the opportunity to establish a four-point lead at the top of La Liga when they travel to face Osasuna on Saturday evening. The team recently secured a commanding 4-1 victory over Real Sociedad and capitalized on Barcelona's slip-up against Girona to reclaim the league's summit.
Despite the absence of key players like Jude Bellingham due to a hamstring injury, Real Madrid's defense has been reinforced with the returns of Antonio Rüdiger and Trent Alexander-Arnold. While Rodrygo's return is anticipated next month, the squad's depth is expected to be tested.
Osasuna presents a formidable challenge, currently sitting comfortably in mid-table with an impressive five-game unbeaten run and an undefeated home record since November. They will be looking to veteran striker Ante Budimir, who has scored 11 league goals this season, to lead their attack.
Real Madrid's recent Champions League victory over Benfica, which was overshadowed by an alleged racist incident involving Vinicius Junior, highlights their ongoing European campaign. The team is preparing for the second leg of their playoff tie next Wednesday.
