Carlo Ancelotti reserves for Madridism a spectacular line-up for the match that Real Madrid plays tonight in the Champions League.
Ancelotti Wants a Landslide Victory against Salzburg
The white team, which has already conceded three defeats in this competition, the same number of victories in their standings, needs to win. And, to be precise, by thrashing Salzburg.
Anything less would seriously complicate the white team’s goal of reaching the play-offs to compete in the round of 16 of the competition of which they are the reigning champion.
Ancelotti has devised an extremely offensive starting line-up. He will deploy all his heavy artillery to dismantle Salzburg from the first minute.
To begin with, Valverde will be the right backdominating that flank from bottom to top. From the midfield, Tchouaméni disappearsa decision that the white fans will appreciate, as the Frenchman has been under scrutiny.
Tchouaméni is Dispensable in a Match Like Today’s
Tchouaméni’s play is mainly defensive, destructive… And Real Madrid needs goals. It is assumed that the opponent is inferior to the European champion and will do well to defend in an orderly manner.
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That’s why Ancelotti has abandoned defensive precautions and once again trusts in Asencio for the defense, who will share the line with Rüdiger and Mendy.
-The midfield will be predominantly constructive. Ancelotti continues to trust Ceballos as a starter.
The Andalusian has replied wonderfully whenever needed. Today Ancelotti needs his creative talent.
Alongside him, Bellingham and Modric. Ancelotti couldn’t have more playmakers in the starting elevenwhich will feature Rodrygo, Vinícius, and Mbappé in the offensive trio.
The Bold Line-up Ancelotti Presents against Salzburg
Arda Güler, Brahim, and Endrick will remain on standby, waiting in the wings in case their contribution is needed during the match.
This is the line-up Ancelotti will field with the clear intention of scoring a bag of goals against Salzburg:
Courtois; Valverde, Asencio, Rüdiger, Mendy; Modric, Ceballos, Bellingham; Rodrygo, Vinícius, and Mbappé.
