Real Madrid manager, Carlo Ancelotti, has announced that the team’s striker, Karim Benzema, will be starting against Liverpool in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League round of 16.
During a pre-match press conference, Ancelotti discussed the team’s current situation and expressed that he wants Madrid to be worrying Liverpool and not the other way around.
He believes that Liverpool’s quality has not changed, and he expects an intense game where Madrid will be under a lot of pressure.
Despite this, Ancelotti remains confident in the team’s preparedness for the match. He believes that they know what to expect and are ready to face Liverpool head-on. Additionally, the Italian coach gave some great news to Real Madrid fans, stating that Benzema is looking good and is expected to start the match.
Ancelotti’s announcement is expected to boost morale for Real Madrid fans, who are eager to see their team advance to the next stage of the competition.
The team will need to maintain their focus and give their best performance if they hope to secure a win against Liverpool. With Benzema leading the charge, fans can expect an exciting game from start to finish.