Real Madrid begins their preparations for the new season with a pre-friendly clash against the Rangers. The match schedules for Sunday at Ibrox Stadium with kickoff at 8 pm.
The early preparations for the new La Liga season under Carlo Ancelotti started with a 1-1 draw with Rayo Vallecano in training last weekend. On the other hand, Rangers hit the road running with pre-season fixtures, including a 2-2 draw to Arsenal.
Rangers started their pre-season friendlies with a 1-0 win over Patrick Thistle on July 5. However, it took a wrong turn following a 1-0 loss to Tranmere Rovers five days later.
In addition, the Gers put up a show last weekend that ended with a 2-2 draw against Arsenal. Steven Gerrard saw Leon Balogun and Cedric Itten make the scoresheet. It was a great display for the Gers having twice the lead against the Premier League giants.
Furthermore, there is a heavy schedule of fixtures with two matches in 24 hours. The first match ended with a 0-0 draw against Brighton. Therefore, Steven Gerrard must prepare to reshuffle the pack.
On the other hand, Carlo Ancelotti took off his managerial career with a 1-1 draw against Raye Vallecano. Moreover, Ancelotti must prepare for a clash against AC Milan on August 8. David Alaba will make his first appearance downing the Number 14 shirt.
Rangers vs Real Madrid Head to Head
Both sides are yet to face each other, and this marks their first encounter. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Home
- Rangers 0-0 Brighton
- Rangers 2-2 Arsenal
- Tranmere Rovers 1-0 Rangers
- Patrick Thistle 0-1 Rangers
- Rangers 4-0 Aberdeen
Away
- Real Madrid 2-1 Villarreal
- Athletic Bilbao 0-1 Real Madrid
- Granada 1-4 Real Madrid
- Real Madrid 2-2 Sevilla
- Chelsea 2-0 Real Madrid
Rangers Team News
After playing in the last 24 hours, we expect Steven Gerrard to put up a different squad for this match. Jermain Defoe is a major doubt after picking an injury during their clash with Arsenal. After a successful stance in the Euros 2020, Kemar Moore returns to lead the attack.
Real Madrid Team News
New features that come into the starting XI include Nacho, Isco, Marcelo, Martin Odegaard and Lucas Vasquez. Rodrygo and Luka Jovic are making successful strides in their injury recovery. Karim Benzema remains unavailable after testing positive for coronavirus.
Prediction and Odds
The hosts will be not operating at full strength given their hectic pre-season schedule; hence we expect mixed results.
- Real Madrid Win
- Goals Under 3.5
- Most Goals: 2H
