Paulo Fonseca confirms Yunus Musah will play to strengthen Milan down the right flank against a ‘very attacking’ Real Madrid, but that could also give Rafael Leao ‘more freedom’ to do damage.

The match starts at 8pm GMT at the Estadio Bernabeu.

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After being benched for three consecutive games in Serie A, Rafael Leao has been placed back on the bench.

The other big change is Yunus Musah operating on the right flank to help cover the side that will be attacked by Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham, protecting right-back Emerson Royal.

Fonseca outlines Milan’s plan against Real Madrid

“We have prepared something with Musah to help us. Sometimes having a five-man line can help Emerson deal with Vinicius and Mbappe,” Fonseca told Sky Sport Italia.

On the other hand, Real Madrid have problems in defense and Milan can hurt them on the left.

“I think Rafa and Theo can make the difference. If we defend like this, we can also give Rafa more freedom to attack. It is a difficult match, but also a good match for us to play well, try to control the ball.”

Rodrygo is not fully fit after a hamstring problem, so Bellingham is playing a more advanced role and Luka Modric has stepped into Real Madrid’s midfield.

“I obviously expect Real Madrid to be very attacking. With the introduction of Modric they will have more attacking moments. We know that Mbappé and Vinicius are fundamental to their individuality, we have prepared for that, but on their own pitch they will of course be more attacking,” said Fonseca.

There are at least 3,800 Milan supporters in the stands, although that number could reportedly be as high as 5,000. What did the coach say to the team to motivate them at the Bernabéu?

“What I told the players is that we are lucky to have these moments in our lives. Millions of people wanted to be in this locker room, so they have to make the most of it. We are facing a great team, perhaps the best in the world at the moment, so we have to be powerful in defense but also prove ourselves at this level,” concludes Fonseca.

The Rossoneri have battled the Merengues for silverware in recent decades, but have not won in Madrid since 2009.

Both teams have stuttered in recent weeks, as Carlo Ancelotti’s side were humiliated 4-0 at home in LaLiga by ultimate rivals Barcelona, ​​but they are unbeaten in their last fifteen UEFA home games, winning twelve.