UNBELIEVABLE: Real Madrid legend could serve as a temporary centre-back in clash against Real Sociedad

Carlo Ancelotti is expected to modify his defensive strategies as a result of Real Madrid’s persistent injury problems.

Due to the absence of key players such as David Alaba, Eder Militao, and Aurelien Tchouameni for the forthcoming match against Real Sociedad, Dani Carvajal may unexpectedly assume a critical role for the Italian coach.

It is important to mention that Carvajal was required to play in a central defensive position for two consecutive league matches at the Santiago Bernabeu last season.

Carvajal has a wealth of experience.
Carvajal’s expertise in the centre-back position dates back to the 2021-22 Champions League semi-final against Chelsea. Nacho was replaced by Carvajal in the final minutes of extra time during the second leg, after all substitutions had been exhausted.

He bolstered the defence in conjunction with Alaba, thereby resisting Chelsea’s offensive assaults. His performance was commendable, as he and Jesus Vallejo effectively defended against Manchester City in the semi-final second leg, once again in extra time.

He played as a right centre-back alongside Nacho in the derby against Atletico Madrid. Subsequently, in a critical match against Girona, in which both teams were competing for the top positions in the league, he formed a central defensive partnership with Tchouameni.

This was especially difficult due to the injuries sustained by Militao and Alaba. Militao had been absent since the season’s inaugural match, and Alaba sustained an injury in November. The squad was further depleted by Rudiger’s injury during the match against Getafe.

Furthermore, Tchouameni was suspended for one match as a result of a misconduct in the Getafe football match. Carvajal and Nacho executed an effective defensive strategy in the 1-1 draw against Atletico, despite the setback.

Carvajal was partnered with Tchouameni in the match against Girona, as Nacho was unavailable due to a muscle injury. Madrid achieved a commanding victory, with Lunin maintaining a clean sheet and Camavinga’s exceptional performance protecting the defence.

There is assurance in Carvajal’s capacity to provide exceptional performances should Ancelotti require him to assume a pivotal role once more. The club commander consistently demonstrates his versatility and reliability on the pitch by rising to the occasion.