Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti is facing concerns over his full-back options as his team prepares to face Manchester City in the Champions League playoffs.
Real Madrid manager, Carlo Ancelotti, is grappling with concerns over two pivotal positions as his team prepares for the high-stakes UEFA Champions League showdown against Manchester City. The Los Blancos are scheduled to face the Premier League champions in a two-legged playoff tie on February 11 and 19.
While Real Madrid enters the crucial fixture as slight favorites due to City's inconsistent form this season, they haven't been entirely convincing themselves, securing only one victory in their last three matches. A 1-0 loss to Espanyol in LaLiga was followed by a narrow win over Leganes in the Copa del Rey and a 1-1 draw with Atletico Madrid on Saturday.Ancelotti's primary worry, according to Mundo Deportivo (via Football Espana), centers around the full-back positions. Real Madrid has been severely impacted by injuries to defenders throughout the season, particularly at center-back. Both Dani Carvajal and Eder Militao are sidelined for the remainder of the campaign. David Alaba sustained a new adductor muscle injury after making a comeback in January following a lengthy absence due to an ACL problem.As a consequence, Ancelotti has relied on Lucas Vazquez and Fran Garcia at right and left-back respectively. However, their performances have been questionable, raising doubts about their ability to consistently deliver against Pep Guardiola's formidable side. The report suggests that Ancelotti may opt for Federico Valverde at right-back and Ferland Mendy at left-back for the clash against City
REAL MADRID MANCHESTER CITY CHAMPIONS LEAGUE CARLO ANCELOTTI FULL-BACK INJURIES
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