Toni Rüdiger and Thibaut Courtois are back in team’s training and will be available against Atletico Madrid this mid-week. UCL round of 16 (2nd leg) is just a day away and thus this is a good news for Carlo Ancelotti. Both of these players missed the La Liga game against Rayo Vallecano on Sunday night.
Real Madrid have received a massive boost ahead of their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 second-leg clash against Atletico Madrid, as both Toni Rüdiger and Thibaut Courtois have returned to team training. The duo, who missed Los Blancos’ La Liga fixture against Rayo Vallecano on Sunday, are now available for selection in the crucial European showdown.
Rüdiger’s return is particularly vital for Carlo Ancelotti, as the German defender has been a rock at the back this season. His presence will add solidity to Madrid’s defense against Atletico’s attacking threats. Meanwhile, Courtois, who has been sidelined for most of the campaign due to injury, could make his highly anticipated comeback between the posts.
With the Champions League knockout tie finely poised, Ancelotti will be relieved to have two of his key players back. As Madrid aim to secure their spot in the quarter-finals, their experience and quality could prove decisive in overcoming their city rivals.
