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Real Madrid overcame Union Berlin in the UEFA Champions League with a narrow 1-0 victory, but they have a difficult assignment ahead of them this weekend as they travel to the opposite side of the Spanish capital to play their longtime rivals, Atletico Madrid. Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid are longstanding rivals.
The men coached by Carlo Ancelotti have turned in some strong attacking displays so far this season, but they have struggled to convert their opportunities into goals. As a result, they have often had to depend on Jude Bellingham to save them in the latter stages of matches.
When they face an Atletico team that has gone winless in their last two matches and is attempting to climb back up the standings, their challenge will be even more difficult.
Ancelotti made the following statement on them: “Tomorrow’s game is a crucial one. Atletico Madrid are a very formidable opponent. We can’t wait to go out there and play.
Vinicius, Guler, and Bellingham have been updated about their injuries.
Vinicius Jr. has been out for the last three contests due to an injury; however, he will be assessed today to see whether or not he will play tomorrow.
Ancelotti informed the press, “He will be in the squad for tomorrow’s game,””The decision regarding whether or not he will participate will be made tomorrow.”
Additionally, he said, “Vinicius has fully recovered.” There is no danger. In that case, he will not be participating in the game that will take place tomorrow. What will happen, only time will tell.”
Because he has not played in weeks, it is clear that he is missing his rhythm.
Regarding Arda Guler, the Turkish midfielder has not yet made his debut for the club, but he is anticipated to begin practicing with the squad as soon as Monday.
On Monday, Arda will begin her time spent in the weight room with the team.
Yesterday, Jude Bellingham skipped out on the early morning training session at Madrid, which sent off some alarms inside the club. Ancelotti, on the other hand, has said unequivocally that there is no need for alarm since he will be participating in tomorrow’s match.
Tomorrow, Jude Bellingham will participate in the game.
If he didn’t play, it wouldn’t make me weep at all. He joked that there were other players on their team.
Kroos, Modric, and player rotations are discussed.
Due to the fact that Real Madrid’s roster is stacked with superstars, the club’s famous midfielders, such as Toni Kroos and Luka Modric, are often benched during matches. According to reports, neither actor is pleased with his or her current job.
Ancelotti was questioned on this topic, and his response was as follows: “It hurts to leave them on the bench.” However, just them, as well as Valverde and Tchouameni. It is never an easy decision to sit a player on the bench.
They are aware of the situation due to the intense level of competitiveness. When a player gets taken out of the game for another, it must be quite upsetting for him. However, I do that in order to stimulate the player’s activity.
El Clasico and the Derby of Madrid
Ancelotti was also asked to comment on the similarities and differences between El Clasico and the Madrid derby, as well as to state which of the two matches he enjoyed more.
There is no distinction between the two. Because there is a unique level of stress in these kind of contests, it is exciting for us to train for them to become champions. There is eager anticipation, and all of us want to win and become champions.
“The Madrid derby is usually a very exciting and important match. A significant amount of excellence shared by two competitors. He went on to say that Atletico had a strong performance against Lazio.