LaLiga: Ancelotti handed suspension as Real Madrid lose to Valencia

Carlo Ancelotti to Serve One-Game Suspension in La Liga After Valencia Defeat

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti will serve a one-match suspension in La Liga following his third booking of the season during Los Blancos’ shocking 2-1 defeat to Valencia on Saturday.

As a result, the Italian will be forced to watch from the sidelines when Madrid face Deportivo Alaves in their next league fixture. However, Ancelotti will still be available for the first leg of their UEFA Champions League quarter-final against Arsenal on Tuesday, ensuring his presence in a crucial European encounter.

In addition, Ancelotti will have a full squad at his disposal for the Champions League clash, with key players like Antonio Rudiger, Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr, and Dani Ceballos available for selection. All four were at risk of suspension after UEFA opened an investigation into their celebrations following Madrid’s penalty shootout victory over Atletico Madrid in the last-16.

The suspension and disciplinary concerns have not deterred Madrid as they prepare for a pivotal match in their bid to secure another Champions League title.