AC Milan Struggles Won't Fool Real Madrid—Ancelotti Stays Alert

 AC Milan Struggles Won't Fool Real Madrid—Ancelotti Stays Alert

Madrid - Real Madrid will play against AC Milan in the Champions League match to come; despite Rossoneri's shaky form, Carlo Ancelotti does not allow Los Blancos to fall into complacency. The highly awaited clash going on between them will be kicked off on Wednesday, November 6, at 03.00 WIB, and on matchday four of the group stage.

AC Milan Rough Patch

Let's cut to the chase: AC Milan does not live its best life in recent times. Paulo Fonseca's team performs under par not only in Europe but also on the domestic front in Serie A. In the Champions League, the Milan team finds themselves at a lowly 25th place with just three points from one win and two losses. That is not very different in the league, where they lie seventh with 17 points from 10 matches, a full eight points behind Serie A leaders Napoli.

Adding to Milan troubles are whispers of dressing-room discontent, a number of players reportedly disenchanted with the approach taken by hot-seat incumbent Fonseca. It's just the sort of situation that keeps fans chewing their nails-end and critics sharpening their pens.

Why Ancelotti Isn't Taking AC Milan Lightly

For all of Milan woes, Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti-a man who knows the Rossoneri inside and out-isn't about to take any chances. He remembers very fondly his time at the helm of AC Milan from 2001 through 2009, during which he won a Scudetto and two Champions League crowns. He's aware of his tendencies toward indulgence from nostalgia, but there's reason to be cautious against Milan.

Milan might have begun the season quite poorly, but they are always dangerous because they have quality in attack," Ancelotti said, as quoted on UEFA's official site. "They have great potential that hasn't been fully tapped. We need to stay fully focused for this challenging game.”

Ancelotti’s message is clear: no matter what the standings say, AC Milan still poses a threat. It’s a sentiment that comes from experience—after all, in football, a wounded team can be the most dangerous kind.

The Special Connection

For Ancelotti, this will be much more than just another Champions League match; it's a reunion with a club that helped define his career. His years at AC Milan were filled with triumphs and iconic moments, making this upcoming face-off particularly special. “Of course, it will be a special match for me,” he admitted, acknowledging the emotional pull of facing his former team.

What Milan Needs to Overcome

The reason being, AC Milan do need to get into groove and harness attacking power in coherence on the field for a turnaround to happen. The team under Fonseca has shown patches of brilliance, but they have never been consistent. And against a team like Real Madrid, inconsistency won’t cut it.

The match at Santiago Bernabéu will test Milan ability to rise above their current challenges. Can they surprise everyone and snatch valuable points from Real Madrid, or will their slump continue? One thing is certain: underestimating Milan potential for a comeback could prove costly.

The Final Word

AC Milan may be going through a tough time, but their pedigree and potential make them a wildcard in this Champions League bout. While Real Madrid enters the match with confidence and better form, Ancelotti’s respect for his old club ensures that Los Blancos won’t be sleeping on the Rossoneri.

So, while Milan fans might be biting their lips, don’t count out an underdog story just yet. In football, the tide can turn with a single match, and Milan will be looking to make this game theirs.

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