Ancelotti is one of the best coaches and has experience in various top European leagues and with his ability I think Real Madrid are still in full control to win this competition. But before we go any further, they have to beat Manchester City first because Pep Guardiola's squad is the only strongest team left before moving on to the final.
Now that they have won the trophy in the Copa del Rey, of course their ambition is the semi-final first leg at this time and this can be used as a whiplash for their spirits because regardless of anything a win in the domestic league can add confidence for now.
Even so, we also can't just make this sure, especially with conditions that are still very difficult when you see that their current opponent is Manchester City.
There are only a few days left for the match, as much as possible for now they have to maintain their fitness because of course this is the most important thing for them now especially with the busy schedule conditions and this high tension game will drain a lot of energy.
Manchester City are also very blessed with the sharpness of their new striker Erling Haaland, at this time he has appeared so impressive that he is ready to pose a threat to Madrid's bottom line.
I predict this fight will be very tough. The strength of these two teams is very balanced, but for the 1st leg Real Madrid will be able to win that match.
Haaland has his own motivation to make history in English football, which is to become the highest scorer from an English league club in the Champions League. The record for the most goals, held by Van Nistelroy from Man United, is currently at 12 goals. And now, Haaland has equaled that record, giving him a great chance to score more goals in the semi-finals and finals, as Man City is expected to win against Real Madrid.
This is undoubtedly a strong driving force for Haaland to perform even better when facing Madrid's defensive line. Although the first leg at the Santiago Bernabeu may be a bit of a draw, when it comes to the second leg at the Etihad Stadium, Man City will be fierce.
Nowadays indeed when talking about Haaland it is endless. His condition is still very young and his performance is always crazy every game, it is very difficult to take eyes off this sensational young player.
He does have the potential to break his record, but on the other hand the main focus remains at this time to bring Manchester City because regardless of anything of course the overall team record will be better if compared to individual records.