Carlo Ancelotti makes decisive defensive call for Manchester City battle | OneFootball

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has expressed great satisfaction with the recent performances of Aurelien Tchouameni and Raul Asencio in the heart of the defence.

In fact, a report from MARCA claims that their impressive displays have given the coach plenty to be optimistic about, particularly ahead of their upcoming clash with Manchester City.

During the recent derby against Atletico Madrid, the centre-backs delivered standout performances.

The pair held their ground admirably, neutralising the threats posed by top attackers like Julian Alvarez and Antoine Griezmann in the initial stages.

In the final moments, they managed to keep Angel Correa and Alexander Sorloth under control, cementing a solid defensive showing.

Asencio has impressed everyone

Asencio’s performance, in particular, stood out as one of the defining moments of his career. The young defender commanded the backline with impressive confidence and speed.

Raul Asencio put on a great show against Atletico Madrid. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)

His ability to win duels and read the game was evident throughout the match. With only two misplaced passes out of 53 attempts, Asencio proved reliable with the ball at his feet, contributing effectively to building attacks from the back.

His growing importance in the squad is undeniable, having now featured in 19 official games since stepping in due to Eder Militao’s injury.

Happy with Tchouameni as well

Tchouameni also shone in the derby, showing resilience and determination despite conceding a penalty in the first half.

The Frenchman bounced back strongly and delivered a near-flawless second-half performance, earning applause from the Santiago Bernabeu faithful.

His dominance in midfield and ability to anticipate threats made a significant impact on the game. He even came close to scoring with a header, showcasing his versatility.

Both players’ performances have undoubtedly boosted Ancelotti’s confidence in his defensive options and as they prepare for the match against Manchester City, the impressive form of the pair provides Real Madrid with a strong foundation to tackle the challenges ahead.