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Preparing for El Clásico
Real Madrid’s coaching staff want to convey a message in El Clásico which is to go all out for the 3 points but at the same time, save ‘ammo’ for the development of the match. Not only with Camavinga & Modrić, but also with Joselu. @jfelixdiaz pic.twitter.com/ocwuiGBeB3
— Madrid Xtra (@MadridXtra) October 26, 2023
A happier Modric
❗️Luka Modrić is calmer than he was weeks ago, he had a hard time in September & October. He didn’t expect to become a secondary player so suddenly but he’s dealing with it better now. He talked to Ancelotti before the international break and they clarified everything.
He would… pic.twitter.com/XQGOLC7L8m
— Madrid Xtra (@MadridXtra) October 26, 2023
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Will Ancelotti return to the more vertical and narrow diamond midfield?
Matt Wiltse details Ancelotti tactical change from the first games of the season, in which Bellingham played with a lot of freedom, at the top of diamond midfield. Now, after Atleti’s game, Bellingham is more a left advanced midfielder and have more defensive responsibilities. Wiltse argues that the change benefits Vini Jr. Give it a read.
