Ancelotti Faces a Dual Challenge

In the UEFA Super Cup match, Real Madrid defeated Atalanta 2-0 to successfully lift the trophy. *Mundo Deportivo* wrote that Ancelotti still faces two major challenges.

The upcoming challenges are twofold: the first is to quickly integrate the French superstar Kylian Mbappe, and the second is to fill the gap left by the retirement of German midfielder Toni Kroos. So far, Mbappé's adaptation has not caused much trouble for the experienced Ancelotti.

Atalanta, at times, fully exposed the impact of Kroos' absence, as Real Madrid struggled significantly in the first half to break through Gasperini's trademark man-marking defense. It wasn't until the arrival of Bellingham close to halftime that the situation changed.

In contrast to his role as an attacking player last season, Bellingham played a crucial role in this match as the link between the midfield and the front three of Vinícius Júnior, Mbappé, and Rodrygo. Although he appeared slightly impatient at the start, he eventually showcased his all-around abilities with Los Blancos, once again shining on the field.