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Brest vs Real Madrid: Prediction, Team News & Lineups | Jan 29, 2025

Brest welcome Real Madrid to Stade Francis Le-Ble on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at 8:00 pm UK time, in a high-stakes UEFA Champions League League Phase encounter. Both teams need a victory and favorable results elsewhere to secure a top-eight finish, with the playoffs already guaranteed.

Interesting Fact:

Real Madrid have been defeated in 50% of their Champions League away matches against French sides, including a loss to Lille earlier this season.

Team Analysis

Brest

In their maiden Champions League campaign, Brest have exceeded expectations by securing 13 points from seven matches. The Ligue 1 outfit are unbeaten at home in the competition and have won their last five games at Stade Francis Le-Ble across all competitions.

Form:

  • Last 5 matches: W-W-W-L-W
  • Last match: 1-0 win vs Le Havre

Key Players:

  • Abdallah Sima: Brest’s top scorer in the Champions League with three goals.
  • Romain Faivre: Creative midfielder providing chances and set-piece expertise.

Injuries/Suspensions:

  • Bradley Locko, Jordan Amavi, Karamoko Dembele: Out due to injuries.
  • Mama Balde: Doubtful after sustaining an injury against Le Havre.

Real Madrid

Reigning Champions League winners Real Madrid are 16th in the League Phase standings and come into this match in excellent form. Carlo Ancelotti’s side are unbeaten in six away matches across all competitions, with their attack firing on all cylinders.

Form:

  • Last 5 matches: W-W-W-W-L
  • Last match: 3-0 win vs Real Valladolid

Key Players:

  • Rodrygo: Scored twice in Real Madrid’s 5-1 win over Salzburg.
  • Jude Bellingham: Dominating midfield with his vision and energy.

Injuries/Suspensions:

  • Vinicius Junior: Suspended.
  • Dani Carvajal, Eder Militao, Eduardo Camavinga: Out due to injuries.

Head-to-Head and Past Encounters

This is the first competitive meeting between Brest and Real Madrid, making it a historic occasion for the French side.

Key Stats:

  • Brest are unbeaten in three home Champions League matches this season (2 wins, 1 draw).
  • Real Madrid have scored in 15 consecutive matches across all competitions.

Prediction

Goal.mu/Mauri.bet predicts: Brest 1-3 Real Madrid

While Brest’s home form is impressive, Real Madrid’s attacking depth and experience in high-stakes matches should see them claim a comfortable victory.

Betting Tips

  1. Both Teams to Score: Yes
  2. Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 Goals
  3. Anytime Goalscorer: Rodrygo

Possible Lineups

Brest (4-2-3-1):
Bizot; Lala, Chardonnet, Coulibaly, Pereira Lage; Fernandes, Magnetti; Sima, Camara, Del Castillo; Ajorque

Real Madrid (4-3-3):
Courtois; Vazquez, Asencio, Rudiger, Mendy; Modric, Tchouameni, Bellingham; Guler, Mbappe, Rodrygo

Hot Stat

Real Madrid have scored at least two goals in 13 consecutive matches across all competitions, showcasing their relentless attacking firepower.

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