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Real Madrid stars Cristiano Ronaldo and Sergio Ramos left out of squad to face Celta Vigo

Ronaldo picked up ankle injury during El Clasico draw with Barcelona while captain Ramos has been given night off

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CRISTIANO RONALDO and Sergio Ramos have been left out of Real Madrid’s squad for Saturday’s match against Celta Vigo.

Los Blancos have just two La Liga games remaining before facing Liverpool in the Champions League final at the end of May.

 Cristiano Ronaldo has been left out of the Real Madrid squad for tonight's game with Celta Vigo
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Cristiano Ronaldo has been left out of the Real Madrid squad for tonight's game with Celta VigoCredit: AFP

And boss Zinedine Zidane is keen to ensure his two key men are fit and ready for the epic clash in Kiev.

Ronaldo picked up an ankle injury during the El Clasico draw against Barcelona a week ago.

He is believed to be recovering well but Zidane clearly doesn’t want to take any chances.

Meanwhile, captain Ramos has been given the night off as the likes of Gareth Bale, Toni Kroos and Marcelo return.

 Captain Sergio Ramos has also been given a rare night off
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Captain Sergio Ramos has also been given a rare night offCredit: Getty Images

But fans fearing Ronaldo’s absence in the Champions League final can breathe a sigh of relief, with Zidane confident the Portuguese ace will be on the field.

He said: “It would be perfect to have him back for the [final] game against Villarreal.


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“It’s a knock, but he didn’t damage his fibula. His ankle is okay.

“It’s incredible that he’s already walking after 48 hours. That shows ambition, his desire to want to play.”

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Gareth Bale is set to return to the side after scoring in El ClasicoCredit: Getty Images
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Zinedine Zidane is confident Ronaldo will start in the Champions League finalCredit: AP:Associated Press
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