Ancelotti's Change of Plans for the Final Stretch, Key to Winning League and Cup

Ancelotti knows that in the final stretch of the season he must manage to save Real Madrid's honor. After the elimination against Arsenal, the team's image has been severely affected. Many believe that he hasn't managed to make the most of the squad.

Especially when last season they proved to be far superior in La Liga and also in the Champions League. Only Kroos's departure and Mbappé's arrival have been significant moves. However, there are many differences in terms of the feelings that have been conveyed.

That's why Ancelotti plans a key change of plans in the final stretch of the current season. With the intention of fighting for La Liga and the Copa del Rey, he might return to the 4-4-2 formation on the field. He used it last season and made the most of all his players.

Bellingham excelled at the tip of the diamond in midfield, and up front, Vinicius and Rodrygo knew how to exploit the spaces. That's why this could be repeated, even using it in La Liga before next Saturday. Since the definitive test would be the Copa del Rey final against Barça.

Seeking Alternatives When There's Still Much at Stake in the Current Season

It's true that the defeat against Arsenal and the Champions League elimination have caused a lot of damage. But Real Madrid has to leave that setback behind and focus on what's ahead. There are two titles that the Whites want to keep fighting for until the end.

The first will be the Copa del Rey, as next Saturday they face Barça at La Cartuja. If they achieve victory, they will lift a new title, which would be the third after the UEFA Super Cup and the Intercontinental Cup. They also still have chances to remain in the fight for La Liga.

But for that, it seems evident that Real Madrid has to change something if they want to conquer both titles. Ancelotti might bet on that system change to recover the team's best version. We'll see if it has a direct influence on the Whites' play.