- Madrid held to 1-1 draw at Rayo Vallecano
- Slip-up comes days after Mbappe decision
- Ancelotti explained why his team struggled
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Getty/GOALHave Real Madrid lost 'focus' due to Kylian Mbappe transfer saga? Carlo Ancelotti explains why La Liga leaders had to play a 'different game' during frustrating draw at Rayo Vallecano
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✅ Carries ESPN Deportes, which broadcasts over 200 select LaLiga matches per season with traditional linear presentation and studio coverage.
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✅ Allows you to record matches with unlimited Cloud DVR storage and stream up to four channels simultaneously on compatible TV devices.
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✅ Carries local ABC stations and the main ESPN linear networks for marquee, nationally televised LaLiga fixtures without requiring an antenna.
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Getty ImagesWHAT ANCELOTTI SAID
He told reporters: "When is the team not focused? We are always focused, today too. It's very difficult to reproach the team for anything this season. It's not easy to win here. You have to play a different game, the pitch is small, you have to adapt."
GettyWHAT NEXT FOR MADRID?
Before they can wrap up a deal and welcome Mbappe to the Spanish capital, Madrid will hope to wrap up the Spanish league title. Their draw at Rayo gives nearest challengers Girona the chance to move three points behind them at the top of the table. Ancelotti's team are also pushing for a place in the quarter-finals of the Champions League, having beaten RB Leipzig 1-0 in the first leg of their last-16 tie.
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