Real Madrid is ready for the second part of their UEFA Champions League Knockout Stage Clash against Manchester City In what promises to be an important match for their European ambitions. After an exciting 3-2 comeback in the first stage at Etihad Stadium, Carlo Ancelotti’s side will be reinforced by the return of three key players before the decisive second leg.
Although he was down twice in the game, Real Madrid collected to secure a remarkable 3-2 victory. With a narrow advantage on the way into the other leg, Ancelotti gave encouraging news about the fitness at Antonio Rudiger, David Alaba and Lucas Vazquez.
During the press conference before the match before Real Madrid’s collision with Osasuna, Ancelotti confirmed the positive updates on the trio. “They are improved. They will continue with individual work until Monday, and from Tuesday they will join the group. They will be available for the match against Manchester City, including Lucas Vazquez“Said Ancelotti.
While the coach earlier mentioned that the three players would be available to the second leg, He had not entered a return line line. With these important defensive reinforcements back in battle, Real Madrid will be better equipped to maintain a solid backline as they aim to secure their place in the next round of Champions League.
The second leg between Real Madrid and Manchester City is scheduled for Wednesday the 19th on Santiago Bernabeu. After their 3-2 victory in the first stage and support from their home crowd, The whites Are now placed as the favorites to move on to the next step.
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Rudiger (hamstring), Alaba (adductor), and Vazquez (Hamstring) had all been on the side due to muscle injuries before the first legs against Manchester City, Force ancelotti to field an unconventional defense.
With Federico Valverde fill in right back, Raul Assenci and Aurelien Tchouameni Plays like the middle back and Ferland Mendy The only natural left -back, Real Madrid met significant defensive challenges and admitted two goals due to defensive errors.
Now, with the trio’s recovery on the right track, Ancelotti will be anxious to have them available for the second stage as Real Madrid aims to build on its first leg advantage and continue his pursuit of Champions League glory.
