Carlo Ancelotti revealed his plan against Atletico

Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti took part in a press conference ahead of the crucial clash against Atletico Madrid. The Italian coach gave his thoughts on the team's game plan, the players' physical condition and the opponent's strengths.

The match against City could be a repeat

Speaking about the tactics he plans to use in the match, Ancelotti stressed that he wants to repeat the successful method he used against Manchester City.

"We want to repeat what we did against City at the Santiago Bernabeu. This match will be decided in the second leg, and it will be difficult to gain a big advantage in today's clash. The match could be close until the last minutes."

This shows that Ancelotti intends to maintain a tactic based on defensive stability and effective attack.

Player status - will Valverde play?

1. Federico Valverde - took part in training, but it is unknown whether he will start.
2. Jude Bellingham - will not play this match due to injury.
3. Dani Ceballos - will not play this match due to injury
4. Raul Asensio and Eduardo Camavinga - could start in the starting line-up.

Ancelotti said: "Federico Valverde took part in training today, but whether he will play tomorrow or not, we will decide before the match. His condition is not bad. Asensio and Camavinga, who were rested in the previous match, could be in the starting line-up."

The difference between Atletico and City affects tactics

According to Ancelotti, Atletico Madrid is tactically very different from Manchester City. He stressed that special attention should be paid to Atletico's offensive.

🔹 Atletico is a more open team and attacks quickly.
🔹 City focuses more on ball control.

"We have to take into account that Atletico plays more open and attacks faster than City. City controls the ball more."

This allows us to draw the following conclusions:
✅ Real Madrid needs to be more solid in defense and be prepared for the opponent's quick attacks.
✅ They need to be more effective in counterattacks.

Ancelotti clarifies the transfer issue

Ancelotti was also asked about summer transfers. He stated that the team does not plan to strengthen the midfield.

"If you ask me about the team without Jude Bellingham and Dani Ceballos, my answer will not change. Our opinion will not change. We will not strengthen the midfield in the summer transfer window, nor will we neglect the attack."

This shows that Real Madrid are not planning any major changes in the transfer market yet.

The match between Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid will kick off today at 01:00 Tashkent time.

Ancelotti's team will go for an important victory, but as he stressed that "the upcoming clash will be decided in the second leg", caution and patience are expected to play an important role in today's match.

Real Madrid is ready to win!

✅ Real Madrid will try to maintain a balance between defense and attack.
✅ Focus on fast attack and try to take advantage of Atletico's open play.
✅ Despite the injuries in the squad, Ancelotti is tactically ready for all possible scenarios.

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