Real Madrid are currently facing a difficult period. Despite a few positive moments, the team has been struggling to maintain any real consistency.
This has left coach Carlo Ancelotti in a tough spot, making decisions that are hard to understand at times.
On top of this, Kylian Mbappe’s much-anticipated move has not gone according to plan, and injuries continue to pile up, further hampering the team’s progress.
Things are not well at Real Madrid
The recent loss against Athletic Club highlighted just how far below expectations Real Madrid are performing. The statistics show the extent of the problem.
In their last seven matches across both La Liga and the Champions League, Real Madrid have lost four of them. Apart from a victory over Dortmund, they have struggled against top-tier teams.
5 – Real Madrid have lost five of their last 11 matches in all competitions (W6), suffering one more defeat than in their previous 73 matches (W52 D17 L4). Unrecognisable. pic.twitter.com/gn1RvaF5K1
— OptaJose (@OptaJose) December 4, 2024
They managed only a draw against Atletico Madrid in the derby and suffered defeats against Barcelona, AC Milan, Liverpool, and now Athletic Club.
As we move into December, it is clear that Real Madrid are not in good form. Out of their last 11 matches in all competitions, they have lost five, winning just six.
This is a stark contrast to their previous 73 games, where they lost only four, winning 52 and drawing 17.
This must change
The current situation reflects how much things have changed, with errors creeping into individual performances and defensive lapses becoming a regular issue. Things are looking more complicated by the day.
Now, in just one week, Real Madrid face a crucial match against Atalanta, who come into the game in excellent form.
Furthermore, while they still have a game in hand in La Liga, their struggles in the Champions League are worrying.
Real Madrid, the defending European champions, are currently far from their best in the competition, and the pressure is mounting on Ancelotti and his players to turn things around before it’s too late.