Risk everything, Real Madrid's possible XI for the UEFA Champions League

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti is set to make some tactical adjustments to his team as they prepare to face AC Milan at the Santiago Bernabéu this evening. Following a disappointing 0-4 defeat to Barcelona in El Clásico, Ancelotti has had time to reflect and make necessary changes to his squad.

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One positive for the Italian coach is the return of both Brahim Díaz and Rodrygo, who have been in impressive form. With these two attacking talents available, Ancelotti is expected to field a similar starting eleven to the one that started against Barcelona.

However, the biggest question mark lies in the midfield. Eduardo Camavinga started the Clásico, but many fans felt that Luka Modric was missed. While Modric came on as a substitute in the second half, the decision of who to partner with Jude Bellingham remains a dilemma for Ancelotti.

Another tactical consideration for Ancelotti is the formation. The Italian coach could stick with the 4-4-2 formation that he employed in El Clásico, or he could revert to a 4-3-3 with Bellingham playing behind Mbappé and Vinicius.

Potential Real Madrid Starting XI:

• Goalkeeper: Andriy Lunin
• Defenders: Lucas Vázquez, Eder Militao, Antonio Rüdiger, Ferland Mendy
• Midfielders: Aurelien Tchouaméni, Fede Valverde, Eduardo Camavinga or Luka Modric, Jude Bellingham
• Forwards: Vinícius Júnior, Kylian Mbappé

Key Points:

• Ancelotti is expected to make few changes to the starting lineup following the defeat to Barcelona.
• The biggest question mark lies in the midfield, with the decision between Camavinga and Modric still up in the air.
• Ancelotti could stick with the 4-4-2 formation or switch to a 4-3-3 with Bellingham playing as an attacking midfielder.
• The return of Brahim Díaz and Rodrygo provides Ancelotti with more attacking options.