Real Madrid CF v Rayo Vallecano de Madrid

Bernardo Silva has been used as the central organiser of the double pivot alongside Tchouaméni, with Arda Güler and Bellingham in the midfield.

The attacking trio, including Kylian Mbappé, is described as untouchable in the starting line-up.

Real Madrid's performance in the Clásico at Camp Nou was described as a show of tactical and physical strength, and Mourinho says he is happy with the team's recent performance.

Federico Valverde was rested as a precautionary measure for the match at Racing, with Real Madrid otherwise fielding the same line-up as in the previous game.

Rayo Vallecano beat Celta Vigo at Vallecas, with Celta conceding three goals in the match.

Pathé Ciss is suspended and will miss Rayo Vallecano's match against Celta.

Marash Kumbulla could get minutes after his good performance in the last match.

All of Rayo Vallecano's attacking players are reported to be in optimal condition.

Carlos Espí had a goal disallowed for offside.

Raúl was in the starting line-up for Real Madrid Castilla.

Carlos Espí was in the starting line-up for Real Madrid Castilla.

Jorge Cestero scored for Real Madrid Castilla.

Yan Diomandé became Real Madrid's most expensive signing.

Vinicius Junior renewed his contract with Real Madrid until 2032.

Endrick has returned to training after his injury.

Bellosillo debuted for Real Madrid C.

Lacosta also debuted for Real Madrid C.

Álvaro Ginés came on for Zinebi in the second half.

Illia made several key saves to keep a clean sheet.

Rajado debuted for Real Madrid C.

Iban Fagoaga Aguirre is suspended for the next match due to a red card.

Marash Kumbulla is on loan from Roma.

Luiz Felipe is injured and unavailable for Rayo Vallecano.

Sergio Camello has scored multiple goals in the first four league matches, contributing significantly to Rayo Vallecano's points.

The Vallecas stadium requires integral renovation to be brought up to the standards of a First Division and European category team.

Rayo Vallecano will have to play their match against Espanyol at a different stadium.

Fran Perez is suspended and out for Rayo Vallecano.

Randy Ntekja is injured and out for Rayo Vallecano.

Jorge de Frutos is suspended and out for Rayo Vallecano.

Isi Palazón is injured and out for Rayo Vallecano.

Andrei Rațiu scored the first goal in his return to the starting lineup.

Rayo Vallecano captain Óscar Valentín stated that the stadium has passed safety inspections and there is no reason not to play at Vallecas.