
Real Madrid secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Brest in their final Champions League group stage match but fell short of automatic qualification for the round of 16.
Despite their dominant performance, Los Blancos must now navigate a playoff to secure their place in the knockout rounds. Their potential opponents in this crucial two-legged tie are either Celtic or Manchester City.
Ancelotti has gone on to complain about the new Champions League format, as Real Madrid find themselves in a difficult position so early in the Champions League season.
“I don’t like this new format. Too many games. have been played; we have to remove games, not add more games,” Ancelotti said.
Real Madrid might have avoided playing against Man City or Celtic in the playoff if they have managed to play even a draw against Lille in the league phase.
The draw for the Champions League playoff will take place on January 31, setting the stage for another high-stakes encounter in Real Madrid’s pursuit of continental glory.
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