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Real Madrid and Sevilla will try to turn their fortunes around this Saturday, as the two sides clash after convincing defeats in the UEFA Champions League on Matchday 5.
Zinedine Zidane's men have now lost two in a row in all competitions and will want to stem the flow against a Sevilla side who had hit excellent form, prior to the game against Chelsea. Real Madrid however, has been faltering off late, having won only one of their last five games across all competitions.
With Real Madrid missing key players like Sergio Ramos, Dani Carvajal, Federico Valverde and Eden Hazard, this would be the perfect time for Julen Lopetegui to get one over on his former team and leapfrog them on the table.
On that note, here are five players to watch out for in this fixture:
#5 Vinicius Junior (Real Madrid)
The Real Madrid winger has struggled to cement himself into the starting XI, but a good performance on Saturday will go a long way in helping his cause. The Brazilian's skill and talent is there for everyone to see, but his inconsistent performances and nonchalant attitude haven't been helppful.
With Eden Hazard injured, Vinicius will most likely start on the left wing for Real Madrid on Saturday. He will look to use his electric pace and flair to cause the Sevilla backline problems. The 20 year old has scored 2 goals in the La Liga this season and will be looking to contribute more to Zinedine Zidane's side.
The Brazilian will be out to prove himself on Saturday, with compatriot Rodrygo taking all the attention off late.
#4 Jesus Navas (Sevilla)
Jesus Navas has had a renaissance since joining Sevilla. The former Manchester City man rejoined his boyhood club in 2017, and underwent a transformation as a footballer.
At City, Navas was mainly deployed as a right winger and was known for his pace and crossing abilities. But, as the Spanish international grew older, he became slower and started working on the defensive line. The 35-year-old is now a full blown right back, and a good one at that.
The Sevilla man is often seen bombing up and down the right flank, using his stellar crossing ability. His attacking abilities make him a menace to deal with and he has the experience of being a capable defender.
#3 Youssef En-Nesyri (Sevilla)
Sevilla's top scorer this season, with 6 goals in all competitions, En-Nesyri was one of Sevilla's bright sparks as the Spanish side lost 4-0 to Chelsea in the Champions League and will be looking to cause some real problems for Real Madrid on Saturday.
The striker made smart runs and put the Chelsea centrebacks under pressure throughout the game, but Chelsea dealt with everything that Sevilla threw at them.
En-Nesyri will look to take advantage of Real Madrid's weakened backline on Saturday.
#2 Lucas Ocampos (Sevilla)
In Ocampos, Sevilla has a player who can turn a game around. The mercurial Argentine has been Sevilla's best player this season.
The 26-year-old right winger will come up against fellow South-American in Marcelo. This will be one of the key battles during the match this Saturday.
#1 Karim Benzema (Real Madrid)
Karim Benzema has been having a hard time this season. But, the talismanic striker has the ability to cause all sorts of problems to a Sevilla defence that were dismantled by Benzema's compatriot Olivier Giroud.
The Frenchman has 6 goals and 3 assists this season and will try to add to that tally on Saturday. The 32-year-old hitman will use his positioning and stellar finishing to help Madrid get past a resilient Sevilla side.
Benzema has led the line for Real Madrid for over a decade now and was one of the first signings of the new Galactico era. The Frenchman was Madrid's top scorer as they won the La Liga last season.
His proficiency in the air and his ability to play off the last defender's shoulder will surely cause Sevilla all sorts of problems. Don't bet against Benzema bagging a goal or two on Saturday.
