Real Madrid Aims to Maintain La Liga Lead Against Real Valladolid
Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti made five changes to his starting lineup for their La Liga clash against Real Valladolid on January 25, 2025, as the league leaders aimed to maintain their position at the top of the table. The match, held at the Estadio José Zorrilla, saw Real Madrid looking to extend their lead over rivals Atlético Madrid and Barcelona, who trailed by two and seven points, respectively.
Ancelotti’s side entered the game in strong form, having scored 14 goals in their last three matches across all competitions, including a dominant 5-1 victory over RB Salzburg in the Champions League midweek. Despite the absence of key players like Vinícius Júnior, who was serving a suspension, and injured stars Eduardo Camavinga and Dani Carvajal, Real Madrid remained confident. Rodrygo, in fine form with seven goals in his last eight games, was expected to step up in Vinícius’ absence, while Kylian Mbappé, who had scored in his last four matches, led the attack.
Real Valladolid, sitting at the bottom of La Liga with just 15 points from 20 games, faced an uphill battle. Although they had won their last two home games against Valencia and Real Betis, their defensive struggles and lack of firepower made them heavy underdogs against the league leaders. Valladolid’s top scorers, Raúl Moro and Kike Pérez, each with four goals, were unlikely to pose a significant threat to Real Madrid’s defense, anchored by Antonio Rüdiger and supported by the returning David Alaba.
Ancelotti emphasized the importance of the match, stating, “We have become leaders and we must maintain the position. It’s an important moment in La Liga, and we must take advantage of it to continue winning.” The Italian coach’s tactical adjustments included Thibaut Courtois in goal, Raúl Asencio at right-back, and Fran Garcia replacing Ferland Mendy at left-back. In midfield, Federico Valverde partnered with Dani Ceballos, while Jude Bellingham operated in a more advanced role.
The match was expected to be a straightforward victory for Real Madrid, with predictions favoring a 2-0 or 3-0 win for the visitors. Valladolid’s recent home form offered a glimmer of hope, but their defensive vulnerabilities and Real Madrid’s attacking prowess made a shock result unlikely. As the league leaders continued their pursuit of the title, this fixture represented another opportunity to solidify their position at the summit of Spanish football.
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