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Ancelotti Considers Tactical Shift After Barcelona Defeat

1/16/2025

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After a crushing 5-2 defeat to Barcelona in the Spanish Supercopa, Real Madrid's coach Carlo Ancelotti sat down with CEO José Ángel Sanchez to address pressing team concerns. Ancelotti is eyeing a tactical shift to a 4-4-2 formation, which could impact star player Jude Bellingham. Meanwhile, the club is exploring January signings to bolster a beleaguered defense amid mounting criticism.

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After a crushing 5-2 defeat to Barcelona in the Spanish Supercopa, Real Madrid's coach Carlo Ancelotti sat down with CEO José Ángel Sanchez to address pressing team concerns. Ancelotti is eyeing a tactical shift to a 4-4-2 formation, which could impact star player Jude Bellingham. Meanwhile, the club is exploring January signings to bolster a beleaguered defense amid mounting criticism.