The above tactic graphic displays perhaps the most attack minded formation Ancelotti could opt to field, with the option to bring in a more steely presence in the centre of the park if necessary, Sami Khedira or Asier Illarramendi being two such possible options.
Considering Real Madrid can then call-upon talents such as Isco, Di Maria and Jese if any of their attacking quartet are out injured or off form, one would have to say Ancelotti possesses the kind of strength in depth any side would dream of.
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