Deportivo: solid preparation gives them confidence

Deportivo have put together a very steady preseason, going unbeaten in all six friendlies with three victories and three draws. Their defensive record has been particularly impressive, with only three goals conceded. Among their notable results were a 1-0 win against Genoa and a 1-1 draw with Fiorentina, while the coaching staff has largely relied on their strongest available lineup throughout the summer.

The squad has also received several timely boosts. David Mella returned to fitness before the final warm-up, while new arrival Angeliño has already made his first appearance for the club. The biggest attacking addition is Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, who scored 14 goals for Marseille last season. Adrià Altimira and Yeremay Hernández, however, are still working their way back to full fitness.

Real Madrid: reinforcements return as preparations gather pace

Real Madrid have spent much of preseason experimenting with different lineups, largely because of injuries and the delayed return of several World Cup players. The situation is now beginning to improve, with Vinícius Júnior and Antonio Rüdiger potentially making their first starts of the summer. Dean Huijsen is also back and could help bring greater stability to the defensive setup.

Several other stars have recently rejoined the squad, including Marc Cucurella, Kylian Mbappé, and Ibrahima Konaté, although they are expected to be introduced after halftime. Jude Bellingham and Aurélien Tchouaméni remain unavailable, while Éder Militão, Raúl Asencio, Rodrygo, and Ferland Mendy are still recovering from injuries.

Match facts and head-to-head

Deportivo have avoided defeat in all six preseason fixtures, recording three wins and three draws.

The Galician side have conceded just three goals throughout their summer preparations.

Five of Deportivo’s nine preseason goals have arrived in the final 20 minutes.