Camavinga Steps In as Real Madrid Regroups for Celta Vigo Showdown
6 December 2025
Lineup Announcement
Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso unveiled the squad for Sunday’s game against Celta Vigo at the Santiago Bernabéu, as La Liga resumes with the 15th round.
The 22-man list features the young defender Juan Martinez, noted as a standout academy talent.
Martinez was called up to help cover a significant backline gap, with the coach missing five defenders: Trent Alexander-Arnold, Carvajal, Husen, Alaba, and Mendy.
Camavinga Returns
The French midfielder Eduardo Camavinga returns to the squad after recovering from an ankle sprain suffered in the clash with Athletic Bilbao at San Mamés.
His inclusion had been in doubt for days, but the coaching staff gave the green light for him to be part of the group.
Real Madrid squad for the Celta Vigo match
Goalkeepers: Courtois, Lunin, Mestri.
Defense: Militao, Asensio, Carerras, Fran Garcia, Rudiger, Juan Martinez.
Midfield: Bellingham, Camavinga, Valverde, Chouamínі, Arda Güler, Ceballos.
Attack: Vinícius Júnior, Endrick, Mbappé, Rodrygo, Gonzalo, Ibrahim, Mastantuono.
Real Madrid sit second in La Liga with 36 points, one point behind leaders Barcelona. Meanwhile, Celta Vigo occupy 12th with 16 points.
Note: The squad list reflects a balance of youth and experience as Madrid navigates injuries while aiming to extend their title challenge. And yes, if five defenders are out, someone has to wear extra shin guards—call it strategic fashion sense.
