Carlo Ancelotti admits injury emergency as David Alaba responds to latest setback

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has declared a state of "emergency" following multiple injuries to key players ahead of crucial fixtures.

Centre-backs Antonio Rudiger and David Alaba are the latest casualties, with Rudiger suffering a thigh injury in a loss to Espanyol and Alaba sustaining an adductor injury after recently recovering from an ACL tear.

Madrid is already missing Dani Carvajal and Eder Militao in defense. Ancelotti may have to field Aurelien Tchouameni and Raul Asencio as center-backs in upcoming matches, including a Champions League clash against Manchester City. Despite the setbacks, Alaba remains optimistic. Madrid faces a tense derby against Atletico Madrid, with their lead over them now just one point.