Topics: Carlo Ancelotti, Eder Militao, Eduardo Camavinga, Federico Valverde, Rodrygo, Real Madrid, Manchester City, UEFA Champions League
Los Blancos only managed a draw at home and are thus plotting a few changes for the second leg at the Etihad Stadium.

La Liga might be over for Real Madrid, but the kings of Europe are still battling it out for a record-extending 15th UEFA Champions League crown. However, in order to win back-to-back trophies, the title holders must overcome the Cityzens at the Etihad Stadium this Wednesday.

Los Blancos only managed a draw at Santiago Bernabeu as goals from Vinicius Jr. and Kevin de Bruyne means that the game is still up in the air. As a result, a thing or two might have to change in the second leg if Los Merengues are to get the result they want.

And according to El Confidencial, that's exactly what Carlo Ancelotti intends on doing. To be precise, the Italian tactician is reportedly planning four changes ahead of the trip to the Etihad as the abolishment of the away-goal rule means Benzema and Co. need to win this tie in order to progress.

It should be noted that these four changes all stem from one personnel switch. Eder Militao, who missed the first leg, is expected to return and start in Carletto's back-four. As a result, David Alaba will move over to his natural left-back position which frees Eduardo Camavinga to partner Toni Kroos and Luka Modric in midfield.

Federico Valverde, meanwhile, will be shifted to the right wing, meaning Rodrygo, who was influential in Real Madrid's Copa del Rey final victory, will drop to the bench and become a super sub.

Ancelotti's men struggled to maintain possession in the first leg, and the industrious and technical quality of Camavinga in midfield could help the Spanish giants perform better. Meanwhile, Valverde playing on the right could help limit Jack Grealish's joy on the left.

These are merely reports, meaning nothing is certain as of now. However, one thing is undeniable: an exciting second-leg showdown awaits fans of the beautiful game. With the game tied 1-1, expect both Real Madrid and Manchester City to give it their all in Wednesday's encounter.