Real Madrid have not made the best of starts to the defence of their La Liga title, having dropped points in two of their first four matches.
Injuries have not helped matters while some of their top players like Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr., and Rodrygo Goes have not been in the best form.
With there being a lot of noise surrounding the aforementioned trio, there is a possibility that the complete focus is not where it is supposed to be.
Ancelotti’s message
Now, according to MARCA, given the current situation, there is some unease in the Real Madrid dressing room, but confidence remains strong with a clear understanding of the importance of avoiding dropping further points.
Ancelotti’s message to the locker room has been direct. In the two training sessions following the international break, he has stressed the significance of the upcoming fixtures, starting with today’s match against Real Sociedad.
With 34 matches still to play, both the coach and the players know that any point deficit is recoverable, but they also recognize the need to assert their dominance and prevent the gap with Barcelona from widening.
There is no room for complacency or relaxation. Every point matters, and early in the season, it is crucial for all players to contribute. “Summer is over” has become a recurring phrase at Valdebebas, as per the report.
Beyond addressing the injuries, Ancelotti’s main focus has been revitalizing the team’s morale, which at times seemed to waver during their recent away matches.
The Real Madrid coach has never complained about absences, but he has emphasized the importance of collective effort and not giving any advantage to their opponents.
The coaching staff is working hard to ensure each player finds their ideal position and returns to peak form.
The report further points out that key players like Vinicius and Rodrygo must set aside recent distractions and focus on today’s game against Real Sociedad, as well as the challenges ahead, with the return of the Champions League just around the corner.
