Xabi Alonso, the head coach of Real Madrid, has finalized his squad for the match against Osasuna in the first round of La Liga, scheduled for tomorrow Tuesday at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium at 10 PM Cairo time. The squad included a surprise with the presence of the young player Tiago Bitarch. The list featured new signings such as Trent Alexander-Arnold, Deen Hoesen, and Alvaro Carreras in defense, alongside Franco Mastantono in attack. Goalkeepers included Thibaut Courtois, Andriy Lunin, and Sergio Mistry. Defenders Dani Carvajal, Eder Militao, David Alaba, Raul Asensio, and Fran Garcia were also listed. The midfield included Federico Valverde, Aurélien Tchouaméni, Arda Güler, Dani Ceballos, and Tiago Bitarch, while the attack was led by Vinicius Junior, Kylian Mbappe, Rodrigo Goes, Brahim Diaz, Gonzalo Garcia, and Franco Mastantono.

Real Madrid enters the match with several key players absent, including Antonio Rudiger due to suspension, as well as Ferland Mendy, Eduardo Camavinga, Jude Bellingham, and Brazilian striker Endrick due to injuries. These absences opened the door for young players to participate with the first team, including Gonzalo Garcia who recently shone in the Club World Cup.

The biggest surprise in the Real Madrid squad was the appearance of Tiago Bitarch, the young midfielder who recently turned 18. Bitarch, who renewed his contract with the royal team this year, is considered one of the top talents in Castilla under the leadership of Alvaro Arbeloa. He has attracted attention with his tactical flexibility and technical abilities, earning Alonso’s trust. It seems the Basque coach is betting on integrating young players with experienced ones to compensate for the significant absences.

Real Madrid relies on a mix of veteran stars and new faces in this match, giving opportunities to names like Bitarch and Gonzalo Garcia to prove themselves. With the pressure of absences, the Osasuna match will be a real test of these players’ ability to bear responsibility at the start of the season.