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Quote from: Docnaster on Today at 01:27:59 PM

Luka Modric yesterday produced a scintillating performance in Real Madrid's win against Villa Real at the Santiago Bernabeu. Luka Modric's performance yesterday again reminded football fans across the globe of his capabilities and why he's regarded as one if the greatest midfielders of his generation. At 38 years of age, Luka Modric isn't showing any significant decline in form to the Modric we saw in his late 20s and early 30s. Just like his former teammate Cristiano Ronaldo, Luka Modric seems to get better as he ages.

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has been rotating his midfield players since the start of the season and that's because of the fact that his options in the midfield positions are all world class players players. In a team that has the very young, energetic and well performing midfielders like Aurelien Tch[/i]ouameni, Camavinga and Federico Valverde, it'll only take a very good veteran midfield players like Luka Modric and Toni Kroos to still be able to feature in the team. Modric's career is nearing the end even when his performance isn't declining because I don't think he'll still play professional football in three seasons from now. It's believed that this will be his final season with Real Madrid and the Saudi League will be his next destination.

Real Madrid is one team that have been in their perfect form this season. They know what they're after and they know how to get it. Without mincing, Ancelloti is the best coach so far. The fact that he's kept up with games even winning without a striker. His players versatility and coordination, the team spirit.
His put his squad in check and has made them a better side at every encounter.

I don't think anyone expects less from them and definitely beyond all doubt, they've not disappointed any one. The level of confidence we have in them is enough sign to prove that they're currently the best team. Injuries or not, they just have a way to turn the game to their advantage and favour and their ability to be consistent at the wins is actually intriguing. Definitely even if their opponent for the round of 16 may put up a competition, there's still this confidence that they'd subdue Leipzig and advance to the quarter finals and even win the tournament.

Ancelotti is a mastermind, and it's fair to say Real Madrid is the most efficient team globally. With top-notch quality players, even in their advanced years, Real Madrid stands out. Luka Modrić, among the all-time greats, showcased his skills against Villarreal, not only scoring but also assisting. Despite a brief lapse leading to conceding a goal, Real Madrid maintained control throughout the game.
Unfortunately, there were additional injuries to Alaba and Mendy, but hopes are high for a quick recovery. Despite the injuries, Madrid consistently tops the La Liga group. A big applause to Carlo Ancelotti; there are high expectations for the team this season.