Dani Carvajal has given Real Madrid fans a fresh wave of optimism in what's already been a cracking week for the club.
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe scored both goals as Real Madrid secured a narrow 2-1 win over Villarreal in LaLiga on Saturday.
Real Madrid have ramped up their criticism of the fixture schedule on Saturday, with manager Carlo Ancelotti declaring that the team will refuse to play future matches if players don't get at least 72 hours of rest between games.
Real Madrid have been dealt a blow with the news that Ferland Mendy will be sidelined for three to four weeks.
Diego Simeone, the fiery Argentine gaffer, faced the press after Atletico Madrid's gruelling showdown with Real Madrid in the Champions League, which ended in a heart-wrenching penalty shootout defeat.
Real Madrid showcased their Champions League pedigree, clawing their way past rivals Atletico Madrid in a gripping 4-2 penalty shootout triumph on Wednesday night to secure a spot in the quarter-finals.