Elche team news

Elche are in the La Liga relegation zone.

The hosts are still seeking their first league win of the campaign.

Elche drew their latest league game at Athletic Club.

Martin Anselmi is in his first season as Elche head coach.

Real Madrid team news

Real Madrid sit near the top of the La Liga table.

Los Blancos arrive after league and European wins.

Real Madrid are seeking another consecutive win in all competitions.

The visitors have a strong recent record on trips to Elche.

Predicted lineups

Elche (predicted 4-4-1-1): Dituro; Sangare, Redondo, Chust, Revivo; Valera, Morcillo, Villar, Moreno; Lemar; Nino

Real Madrid (predicted 4-2-3-1): Courtois; Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Huijsen, Cucurella; Valverde, Camavinga; Guler, Bellingham, Vinicius; Mbappe