Real Madrid faces Valencia this evening as part of the 23rd round of the Spanish League, in a match that is not without challenges, especially given the significant absences affecting the royal team's lineup ahead of this anticipated encounter.

Real Madrid will be missing the services of their attacking trio, Vinicius Junior, due to suspension, along with Jude Bellingham and Rodrygo, who are absent due to injury. These absences represent a significant blow to the team, given the crucial role this trio plays in the offensive setup and their impact in major matches.

The absence of Vinicius, Bellingham, and Rodrygo means that Real Madrid will miss its most important attacking weapons, placing a significant responsibility on the French star Kylian Mbappe, who will be required to lead the team's attack and bear the burden of scoring and creating danger against Valencia's defense.

Under these circumstances, Mbappe might find himself playing in his preferred position on the left wing, with reliance on Gonzalo Garcia as a central striker inside the penalty area.

Despite the availability of several other options like Mastanuno, Brahim Diaz, and Arda Güler, who are capable of playing as wingers, having Mbappe on the left flank might be the most suitable choice for the Spanish coach Álvaro Arbeloa, to take advantage of his speed, ability to penetrate, create danger, and score goals.

Arbeloa can also deploy Mastantonio and Brahim Diaz on the flanks, while keeping Mbappe as a central striker, in an attempt to find offensive balance and compensate for key absences, aiming to achieve a positive result and continue competing in the Spanish league race.