Madrid's Spanish Super Cup Surprise: Alonso Names a Fortified Squad as Mbappé Misses Out
6 January 2026
Mbappé's Injury and Alonso's Squad Announcement
Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso unveiled his squad for the Spanish Super Cup, broadcast via the Eight app, the exclusive broadcaster of the Roshen Saudi League.
Alonso's selections saw the return of Din Huisin and Trent Alexander-Arnold to bolster the defense after their recoveries, while Kylian Mbappé remains sidelined due to injury.
Injury Update and Full Squad
Madrid's medical team opted for a conservative treatment plan to ensure Mbappé's full recovery and readiness for future matches.
The complete Real Madrid squad listed: Goalkeepers: Courtois, Lunin, Fran Gonzalez. Defenders: Carvajal, Alaba, Arnold, Asensio, Carerras, Fran Garcia, Rudiger, Mendy, Huisen, Jimenez. Midfielders: Bellingham, Camavinga, Valverde, Tchouaméni, Arda Güler, Ceballos, Tiago. Forwards: Vinícius Júnior, Rodrygo, Gonzalo García, Mastantuno.
Punchline 1: If this squad were on a cooking show, they'd serve a flawless blend of defense and attack with seconds to spare.
Punchline 2: Mbappé out, yet the jokes say his speed is still in the group chat—some things never get injured.
