Champions and Real Madrid are once again respected but not favorites. The point is that nobody dares bet against the Whites. This stance follows performances that moved fans and analysts alike, especially after the release of the latest issue of Champions of Miracles. Ancelotti remains clear: last year gave them few chances to win, and the approach will be the same this edition — they will compete to the end, and there is hope they can reach the final.
Season plans center on Carlo Ancelotti guiding a squad that blends Benzema’s grace with Mbappé’s speed and drive. They will defend the crown with a midfield engine capable of sustaining their pace and a forward line that remains dazzling. The Bernabéu faithful can expect a lineup that looks like a Hollywood dream, rebuilt to reclaim elite status in Europe.
@MrAncelotti: “We are ready, we know the opponent and we are ready to start the group stage well”. #UCL
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Ancelotti reinvents
In May, Mbappé left the Whites with a bold move that underscored a changing chapter, while Casemiro suggested his cycle at the club might be drawing to a close. The Brazilian player will fight for this season’s ambitions as the team aims to defend their trophy in Europe. Kroos and Modrić begin the campaign with the duty to shield and build play, while Tchouaméni acts as a boiler of energy in midfield. Benzema remains a central figure, linked with Vinícius to form a dynamic Spanish-tinged attack. The squad faces a challenge with a Madrid that is tougher and more versatile, yet with fewer targets from the bench. Jovic’s situation reflects a shift in planning, as Carletto uses his usual emotional intelligence to turn potential setbacks into opportunities. His message is clear: move forward instead of clinging to aggression, and let the attackers press forward, whether Vinícius, Rodrygo, Hazard, Asensio, Valverde, or others eyeing the opponent’s territory. A tough opener awaits them against Celtic, a team that arrives at the start of the season with confidence and a stadium that doubles as a pressure cooker. Ancelotti has never won at this venue, neither as a player nor as a coach, adding an intriguing subplot to the journey ahead.
Haaland in Nervión
Manchester City’s Guardiola era arrives at the Sánchez-Pizjuán, where Sevilla has faced a rough patch in the league. Twelve points on the board so far reveal a defensive vulnerability that adds spice to the upcoming clash with a hungry Haaland, who began his Premier League ascent with ten goals in five matches. Sevillistas, long a team in construction, must contend with new arrivals who bring both quality and doubt. Isco, Nianzou, Marcao, Januzaj, Alex Telles, and others have contributed to a squad that is still finding its footing. For now, the neighborhood remains unsettled and uncertain about trends, even as the sides prepare for a high-stakes encounter that could alter the season’s early momentum. The stage is set for a nervy duel where Seville will try to balance resilience with the need for a breakthrough, while Madrid looks to capitalize on this momentum and keep the pressure high on their rivals.