A man at a press conference with a soccer player superimposed in the background. — Ancelotti at a press conference in Montilivi and Vinícius training | Real Madrid Confidencial

Camara — Ancelotti at a press conference in Montilivi and Vinícius training | Real Madrid Confidencial

Ancelotti Announces Fantastic News for Atalanta: Vinícius is Not the Only One Returning

Rodrygo has missed the match at Montilivi due to discomfort, but will return to the squad for Bergamo

08/12/2024 00:30:00h

Alex Moreno

Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed some big news for Real Madrid ahead of the crucial match against Atalanta in Bergamo. Vinícius, who has been absent for the last few games, will be available , but he won't be the only important return.

The Italian coach explained the situation of Rodrygo, who was absent at the last minute from the last match. " He was not feeling well and we preferred to leave him in Valdebebas training. I think he will be available for Tuesday ," said Ancelotti.

This means that Real Madrid will be able to recover their attacking trident of Vinícius, Mbappé and Rodrygo . This is encouraging news for Real Madrid fans at a key moment of the season.

Soccer players compete for the ball in a match, one in a white uniform and one in a red and white uniform, while other players watch in the background.

Rodrygo at San Mames | Real Madrid Confidencial

Bellingham, a Key Piece

The return of Rodrygo and Vinícius will allow Ancelotti to line up his star attack . With Bellingham in the attacking midfield, the coach will seek to exploit his team's offensive potential to the maximum.

The Englishman, who is in the best form of the season, is ready to lead Madrid into a duel that could determine the course of the group stage.

The Whites are currently in 24th place in the new Champions League format . They are currently in the last place that gives access to the round of 32. However, the team's goal is much more ambitious.

Real Madrid are looking to make it into the top eight to avoid the extra round and advance directly to the last 16. To do so, they need to win their three remaining matches.

A complicated challenge

The match against Atalanta is the first of three finals that Madrid must overcome. The Italians are known for their attacking soccer, which requires maximum defensive concentration from the Spanish team.

With the return of the Vinícius-Mbappé-Rodrygo trident, Ancelotti hopes to boost the team's attack and add three vital points.

Two soccer players training on a field, one in an orange bib and the other in a blue and yellow training uniform, while fighting for the ball.

Vinícius in training | Real Madrid Confidencial

Ancelotti's words reflect confidence in Rodrygo's recovery and the return of Vinícius . With Bellingham in great form and the attacking trident complete, Real Madrid are preparing for a major challenge in Bergamo, determined to stay alive in Europe.

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