Real Madrid and Salzburg are set to face each other in the second-to-last round of the Champions League. This match is a fortunate opportunity for Ancelotti’s team. RB ranks among the least competitive teams in the tournament. The three points should undoubtedly be secured by the Blancos. The Real Madrid vs Salzburg match will kick off at 20:00 UK Time.
The points are precisely what Real Madrid requires at this moment. Ultimately, a club that holds the Champions League in high regard, boasting a record number of victories, now faces the possibility of missing out on the playoffs. Indeed, the probability of such an occurrence is minimal. However, losses in the final two rounds could ultimately conclude the tournament for Real Madrid.
The Royal Club, currently with nine points, occupies the 20th place. The distance from the pursuers, who are among those outside the top-24, is one and two points. The circumstances are challenging for Ancelotti’s team. However, it can only hold itself accountable. The team experienced three losses in this draw: 0:1 against Lille, 1:3 against AC Milan, and 0:2 against Liverpool.
Salzburg’s circumstances are considerably more dire. The club is nearing the conclusion of its involvement in this Champions League draw. In reality, the likelihood of it reaching the top-24 is quite minimal. Currently, RB holds the 32nd position with three points. In theory, he still has the potential to surpass the competitors in the 23rd and 24th positions. To achieve this, it must secure victories in two rounds while also relying on the missteps of several teams that are positioned between them and the top-24.
Salzburg managed to score only once in their match against Feyenoord, resulting in a final score of 3:1. In the remaining meetings, he was defeated. The Austrian representative possesses some of the least favourable statistics. Only Slovan and Young Boys, currently at the bottom of the table, possess a poorer goal difference.
Real Madrid vs Salzburg date & kick-off time
- Competition: UEFA Champions League
- Game Day: Wednesday, January 22, 2025
- Kick-off: 20:00 UK Time
- Stadium: Estadio Santiago Bernabéu, Madrid
Where to watch Real Madrid vs Salzburg on TV
| Country | Streaming Services |
|---|---|
| UK | discovery+, discovery+ App, tabii, TNT Sports 5 |
| USA | Paramount+, fuboTV, TUDN.com, Univision NOW, TUDN App, ViX, TUDN USA, UniMás |
| Canada | DAZN Canada |
| Australia | Stan Sport |
| Italy | SKY Go Italia, NOW TV, tabii, Sky Sport 254 |
| France | myCANAL, tabii, Canal+ Foot, Canal+ Live 2 |
| Germany | DAZN Germany, tabii |
| Portugal | DAZN Portugal, tabii, DAZN Eleven 2 Portugal |
| Spain | Movistar+, tabii, Movistar Liga de Campeones |
Real Madrid vs Salzburg squads
Real Madrid Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):
- Goalkeeper: Thibaut Courtois.
- Defenders: Raul Asencio, Aurelien Tchouameni, Antonio Rudiger, Ferland Mendy.
- Midfielders: Federico Valverde (C), Dani Ceballos, Jude Bellingham.
- Forwards: Rodrygo, Vinicius Junior, Kylian Mbappe.
Salzburg Predicted Lineup (4-4-2):
- Goalkeeper: Janis Blaswich (C).
- Defenders: Leandro Morgalla, Samson Baidoo, John Mellberg, Aleksa Terzic.
- Midfielders: Moussa Kounfolo Yeo, Nicolas Capaldo, Mads Bidstrup, Nene Dorgeles.
- Forwards: Adam Daghim, Oscar Gloukh.
