Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has issued a decisive message to his squad ahead of their Champions League showdown with Liverpool at Anfield. With Liverpool displaying impressive form in both the Premier League and Champions League, Ancelotti emphasized that his team must rise to the challenge if they hope to match Liverpool's high intensity and quality.
Reports from Spanish journalists reveal that Ancelotti has called for an intensified training program, stressing that only a top-level performance will suffice. “Either we raise our game, or Liverpool will sweep us away,” he warned his players at the Valdebebas training ground. Despite missing several players due to international duty, Ancelotti is leaving no stone unturned as he prepares his squad for one of their toughest challenges this season.
With Liverpool showing resilience under Arne Slot’s management and Real Madrid facing their own struggles with injuries and recent inconsistencies, Ancelotti’s focus is on physical conditioning and rigorous preparation. His respect for Liverpool’s form is evident, as he acknowledges the formidable test his team will face at Anfield. As anticipation builds, both teams are gearing up for what promises to be an intense and crucial European battle.