However, coach Carlo Ancelotti faces a significant selection headache due to a growing injury crisis.

After exits from both the UEFA Champions League and Copa del Rey, Real Madrid’s sole focus remains on the La Liga title. 

But with just 5 games left , league leaders Barcelona holding a 7-point lead, the margin is minimal. 

Coach Carlo now finds himself grappling with a severely depleted squad, as injuries and suspensions continue to pile up.

On the other hand German centre-back Antonio Rudiger has undergone knee surgery adding Madrid’s woes, left-back Ferland Mendy has also been ruled out due to injury.

Austrian defender David Alaba has sustained a knee injury as well and is expected to be out for 6 to 8 weeks.