In LaLiga, they have won their last two games 2-0 against Real Betis and Real Sociedad, but have still come under fire for their performances. Ancelotti, however, defended his team's style ahead of their clash at home to mid-table Espanyol. "Real Madrid fans prefer winning over playing well," he said.

Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti has on Friday turned heads, with his comments on the club’s lack of balance over the early weeks of the season.Spanish champions Real have of course endured

Carlo Ancelotti has hailed Real Madrid striker Endrick as a “very special player” after scoring on his Champions League debut. The 16-year-old, an 80th minute substitute, scored Madrid’s third goal in injury time to complete a 3-1 home victory over Stuttgart.