Ancelotti focuses on Real defence

Coach Carlo Ancelotti will switch his focus to improving Real Madrid’s defence after seeing his attack click into gear in stunning fashion over the last week.

Real came in for criticism following a disappointing start to the season which saw them lose two of their opening three Primera Division games, having also been beaten by Atletico Madrid in the Spanish Supercopa. However, 13 goals in their last two matches, thrashing Basle 5-1 and Deportivo La Coruna 8-2, suggests Real’s star-studded forward line is beginning to fire on all cylinders.

Ancelotti said ahead of tonight’s visit of Elche to the Bernabeu: “Right now, we have the same problems as last year, although our attack is better. Now the attack is good but we need to improve our defensive play.”