Real Madrid will fight to reclaim the top spot, according to Ancelotti

Manager Carlo Ancelotti stated before of Sunday’s home match against neighbors Rayo Vallecano that Real Madrid is not in the best position in La Liga and would have to fight to regain the top spot.

Real is currently three points behind leaders Barcelona in the La Liga standings with 54 points, having only won once in their last five games.

The form of the defending La Liga champions worries Ancelotti, even though Real has a six-match winning streak in the Champions League and an undefeated run in the Copa del Rey.

“We’re prepared to battle in every match and tournament. He told reporters on Saturday, “We have had five days of rest, so I am much calmer for tomorrow’s game.” yet he still anticipates a difficult task.

Physically and mentally, it will be more difficult, but you must consider that. The Copa del Rey final, the top spot in the table, and the Champions League quarterfinal are all very close to us.

“It is not the ideal situation because that would be to be the leader of LaLiga, but we are ready to fight.”

Despite his harsh criticism of the team’s performance, Ancelotti commended his players for their efforts after Real Madrid lost 2-1 to Real Betis last weekend.

“I was disappointed with the game against Betis because I didn’t expect this drop in form, but it was an isolated one,” Ancelotti stated.

“You can’t be at your best in every game, and players don’t pick their games, but occasionally they are extremely exhausted. We responded effectively, but it was a good dynamic. We’re hoping to return to our previous level of success before Betis.

After the team’s 2-1 first-leg victory over Atletico Madrid on Tuesday, Ancelotti stated that midfielder Luka Modric will be available to “play tomorrow and on Wednesday” in their Champions League return matchup.

Rayo will be determined to end a three-match losing streak in the league, while Real will be fresh as they attempt to cut the gap at the top of La Liga with 36 points.

They’re a courageous and well-prepared team, and they’re performing fantastically. They will expect a lot of us, so we must be prepared. It’s an important match,” Ancelotti continued.