Carlo Ancelotti bites back at Real Madrid form critics

Carlo Ancelotti addressed Real Madrid's critics after reclaiming La Liga's top spot with a 2-0 victory over Las Palmas, thanks to two goals from Kylian Mbappe.

The win puts Real Madrid two points clear at the summit after 20 games, capitalizing on rivals' setbacks.

Despite a rocky start to 2025, including a Spanish Supercup loss to Barcelona, Ancelotti believes his team is finding form at a crucial stage of the season.

Ancelotti dismissed criticism of their playing style, emphasizing their leadership in the league and praising the team's quality and resilience.

As Real Madrid prepares to resume their UEFA Champions League campaign, they need two wins from their final games to secure an automatic last-16 spot, starting with RB Salzburg on January 22.