Santiago Bernabeu Stadium is preparing for a new milestone, Real Madrid officially opens La Liga 2025/26 by hosting opponent Osasuna.

Not only was this Xabi Alonso's coaching debut in front of a home crowd, after having participated in the FIFA Club World Cup, but it also marked the moment the whole world had been waiting for: Kylian Mbappe wore Real Madrid's number 10 shirt for the first time in an official match.

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Alonso prepares to make his debut at the Bernabeu. Photo: RMCF

The atmosphere in Madrid is heating up by the hour, especially after Barcelona's big win over Mallorca, with a brilliant performance from Lamine Yamal - who also debuted as number 10.

The number 10, which has been associated with midfielders like Luka Modric, James Rodriguez, or even further back Luis Figo and Clarence Seedorf, is now placed on the shoulders of Mbappe - the historic contract that Real Madrid has been pursuing for nearly a decade.

During the short pre-season, the French striker quickly left his mark with his speed and ability to create breakthroughs.

Now, he has the chance to turn the Bernabeu into his own stage.

However, Alonso will not have his strongest squad for the opening game. Camavinga, Endrick, Bellingham and Ferland Mendy are all absent through injury, while Rudiger is serving a six-match suspension.

In that context, young rookie Franco Mastantuono is likely to be given a chance. The Argentine "rough diamond" has made a strong impression in training sessions and could become an unexpected bright spot alongside Mbappe.

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Mbappe is expected to shine in the new shirt. Photo: RMCF

Behind the scenes, transfer rumours continue to swirl. Real Madrid are reportedly targeting Liverpool centre-back Ibrahima Konate to plug a gaping hole in their defence.

Meanwhile, the futures of several attacking stars remain a matter of concern, notably Rodrygo. But at the moment, all eyes are on the new No. 10.

The match against Osasuna is not only a test for Alonso in building a new project, but also an opportunity for fans to witness the long-awaited promise: Mbappe leading Real Madrid into a new era.

With the number 10 shirt on his back, he is expected to bring speed, goals and a leadership spirit to the next generation at the Bernabeu.

Lamine Yamal called, now it's time for top scorer Mbappe to answer.

Force:

Real Madrid: Camavinga, Endrick, Bellingham, Ferland Mendy are injured; Rudiger is suspended.

Osasuna: Iker Benito is injured.

Expected lineup:

Real Madrid (4-3-3): Courtois; Trent, Militao, Huijsen, Carreras; Tchouameni, Valverde, Guler, Brahim, Mbappe, Vinicius.

Osasuna (4-3-3): Herrera; Rosier, Catena, Boyomo, Bretones; Torro, Moncayola, Oroz; K Barja, Budimir, M oi Gomez .

Match odds: Real Madrid handicap 1 3/3

Goal ratio: 3

Prediction: 3-0 .

Source: https://vietnamnet.vn/nhan-dinh-bong-da-real-madrid-vs-osasuna-vong-1-la-liga-2433496.html