Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv are faced with a difficult double week in Spain, and it begins on Tuesday at the home of Real Madrid (9:30 PM Israel time, 2:30 PM ET). The yellows will attempt to create an upset and deal Los Blancos their first home loss in the EuroLeague, despite not winning in the Spanish capital in 14 years.

Oded Kattash will be without forward Rafi Menco, who did not make the trip due to back pain. Real, on the other hand, are expected to sit injured center Edy Tavarez and guard Sergio Llull, while the availabilty of forwards Guerchon Yabusele and Mario Hezonja is unclear.

“Real has size and it calls for a different preparation”, said coach Kattash prior to Maccabi’s flight to Madrid. “In the last few weeks we proved that we can start games well. There were times when we couldn’t defend the lead, but when we are concentrated in the game plan, we are able to execute. Against Real Madrid, a lot of things are up to them”.

The reigning European champions are leading the competition in most categories, including scoring, rebounding and assists, and are holding a 20-3 record. They are led by Argentine magician Facundo Campazzo at the point guard position, with Bosnian forward Dzanan Musa is their leading scorer.