Real Madrid Castilla coach Alvaro Arbeloa will be without two key players for his team’s upcoming match against Girona’s youth side. Central defender Marvelous Antolin and midfielder Noel Lopez have both been left out of the squad for the fixture.
The decision comes as Arbeloa looks to test his team against strong opposition, with the match set to be played at the Ciudad Real Madrid training ground. The coach has confirmed that first-team left-back Ferland Mendy will feature in the game as part of his ongoing recovery process.
Mendy’s inclusion is a significant boost for the youth side and provides the French defender with valuable minutes as he works his way back to full fitness. His presence is expected to solidify the Castilla defense against a challenging Girona attack.
The exclusion of Antolin and Lopez is a tactical choice by Arbeloa, who is rotating his squad for this particular test. Both players are considered important figures for Castilla, but will not be involved in this weekend’s action.
This match serves as crucial preparation for the young squad, offering them a chance to compete against a team from La Liga’s senior structure. The focus for Arbeloa will be on assessing his players’ readiness and integrating Mendy smoothly into a competitive environment.
