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Madrid  By Football News     However, there was some positive
news for Simeone ahead of the game when striker Diego Costa's
yellow card from last weekend was overturned on appeal, meaning
he will not have to serve a suspension and will be able to play.
Real have not been focusing on the league campaign in recent
weeks due to Barcelona's lead at the top and the possibility of
a 10th European Cup title, and following their defeat to
Borussia Dortmund in their semi-final first leg boss Jose
Mourinho may field a weakened side to enable them to prepare for
a crucial second leg.  That means the likes of Cristiano
Ronaldo, Xabi Alonso and Mesut Ozil could be rested so they are
fresh for next week's return match with Dortmund as Mourinho
plots a way back into the tie.