Carlo Ancelotti defended Real Madrid’s performance in their 2-1 LaLiga win over Rayo Vallecano on Sunday, pointing to the struggles of a number of teams balancing Champions League football with domestic duties.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has played down the significance of a five-point gap to Premier League leaders Manchester City by backing his team to respond in the title race after Sunday’s 2-2 draw with Liverpool.
Karim Benzema is said to be exploring all his options in the January transfer window after six underwhelming months at club Al Ittihad, sources have told ESPN.