Ancelotti, the good news before the shock against AC Milan

As Real Madrid prepares for their upcoming Champions League match against AC Milan, their La Liga game against Valencia has been postponed due to severe weather conditions. Carlo Ancelotti’s squad is fully focused on the clash with the Rossoneri this Tuesday at the Santiago Bernabeu.

On Friday, the team resumed training with a clear emphasis on their Champions League encounter. Following the postponement, Real Madrid shifted their attention to preparing for the Italian side. The training session at Valdebebas began with warm-up and ball circulation drills, gradually increasing in intensity with control and pressing exercises. Under Ancelotti’s guidance, players worked on tactical setups, culminating in small-sided games and shooting drills to sharpen their accuracy and agility.

A key piece of good news for Ancelotti is the return of Antonio Rudiger, who had been sidelined with a muscle strain but has rejoined the squad and resumed training. Additionally, Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe, who missed the previous session, participated fully on Friday and appeared to be in good shape.

However, Real Madrid’s injury list remains a concern. Rodrygo Goes and Thibaut Courtois are still recovering, and David Alaba is following a specialized program at the training facility to expedite his recovery. Dani Carvajal also remains unavailable due to injury.

As the match against AC Milan approaches, Real Madrid is balancing preparation with managing injuries. These absences could impact the game, where even the smallest details can be crucial. Nevertheless, Ancelotti is determined to field the most competitive team possible against AC Milan on Tuesday.