Real Madrid’s head coach, Carlo Ancelotti, is facing a one-match suspension after receiving his third yellow card of the season in a shocking 2-1 defeat to Valencia on Saturday. The disciplinary action means Ancelotti will be absent from the touchline for Real Madrid’s upcoming La Liga match against Deportivo Alaves, a critical fixture as the team fights to maintain its position in the league standings.
While the ban is a setback for Ancelotti, there’s a silver lining. The 63-year-old will be available to manage Real Madrid for their highly anticipated UEFA Champions League quarter-final clash with Arsenal, set for Tuesday. This match is expected to be an intense showdown, given the historic rivalry between the two clubs and the high stakes involved.
On top of that, Ancelotti will have a full squad at his disposal for the Champions League encounter. Key players like Antonio Rudiger, Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr., and Dani Ceballos were initially at risk of suspension due to an investigation into their conduct during post-match celebrations after Real Madrid’s thrilling penalty win over Atletico Madrid in the last-16. However, it has now been confirmed that the players are cleared and available for selection.
With crucial league points on the line and a Champions League quarter-final ahead, Real Madrid will need to navigate these challenges carefully as they aim for success both domestically and internationally.
