Ancelotti's Challenge: A Star-Studded Starting Eleven for Real Madrid
Carlo Ancelotti, well-versed in the grand stages of the UEFA Champions League, faces a new challenge this season: winning LaLiga for the second consecutive year, something Real Madrid hasn't achieved since 2008. In addition to this goal, the team will embark on a grueling schedule that includes defending the European champion title under the new Champions League format, as well as competing for the UEFA Super Cup, Spanish Super Cup, Copa del Rey, Club World Cup, and the Intercontinental Cup.
The management of the 22-player squad will be crucial for "Carletto," who has confirmed the squad as final despite the need to reinforce the center-back position following Nacho's departure. Jesús Vallejo has returned to fill his spot, although he is coming off a challenging season. With Kylian Mbappé’s arrival and Éder Militao's recovery from a severe knee injury, Ancelotti is confident that his defense will be ready for the challenges ahead, even though David Alaba will miss the first two months of the season due to a similar injury.
The $1.203 Billion Starting Eleven
The estimated value of Real Madrid's potential starting lineup, exceeding $1.203 billion according to Transfermarkt, highlights the formidable strength of the team. Ancelotti will need to carefully manage rotations due to a packed schedule, where injuries could pose a constant threat. The expected starting eleven for key matches includes Courtois in goal, with a defense featuring Carvajal, Militao, Rüdiger, and Mendy. The midfield is likely to be composed of Tchouaméni or Camavinga, Fede Valverde, and Jude Bellingham, while the attacking trio is led by Vinícius, Rodrygo, and Mbappé.
In addition to this star-studded lineup, Real Madrid boasts a strong second unit led by Luka Modric, who, at almost 39 years old, is on the verge of becoming the most decorated player in the club's history. Alongside him, players like Lunin, Brahim, Arda Güler, Endrick, Alaba, Fran García, and Dani Ceballos round out a squad with a total value of $1.478 billion.'s success. The potential inclusion of Mbappé could make Real Madrid a formidable force in all competitions.
For Ancelotti, repeating as LaLiga champion is almost a necessity, and the Italian coach will need to find a new balance within the team following the departure of Karim Benzema. The adaptation of Jude Bellingham and the continued development of Vinícius, who is already seen as a Ballon d'Or contender, will be crucial for the team's success. The potential addition of Mbappé could make Real Madrid a formidable force in all competitions.
Real Madrid's Potential Starting Eleven
Squad for the UEFA Super Cup
Real Madrid is gearing up for the UEFA Super Cup final with a full squad, except for the absence of David Alaba due to injury. Ancelotti has called up the entire team for the match against Atalanta in Warsaw, including Kylian Mbappé and academy player Jacobo Ramón, who will reinforce the defense due to Jesús Vallejo's ongoing fitness issues. The full squad includes Courtois, Lunin, and Fran as goalkeepers; Carvajal, Lucas Vázquez, Rüdiger, Militao, Alaba, Vallejo, Fran García, Mendy, and Jacobo as defenders; Tchouaméni, Camavinga, Valverde, Modric, Ceballos, Bellingham, and Arda Güler in midfield; and Vinícius, Mbappé, Brahim, Rodrygo, and Endrick as forwards.
