Carlo Ancelotti has named the only team that can win the Champions League over Real Madrid this season. Real are reigning champions heading into this season's competition, having defeated Borussia Dortmund 2-0 in the 2023/24 final in June.

Carlo Ancelotti has described Pep Guardiola as ‘the best manager out there’ and a ‘nightmare’ to prepare for ahead of Real Madrid ’s trip to face Manchester City on Tuesday night. The two European heavyweights clash in the Champions League knockout play-off, with the first leg in Manchester before a trip to Madrid next Wednesday.

Manchester City's task to defeat Real Madrid in the second leg of their Champions League clash next week may be even tougher than first thought.