Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti is hoping the short preparation time he has had with his players following the shock Champions League loss at Lille will be enough for his team to return to winning ways.

Carlo Ancelotti got the uncommon chance to demand much more from his players after Real Madrid shocking lost at Lille 1-0 in the Champions League.

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti believes Wednesday's defeat at Lille has given his team "a great opportunity" to get better.

Defending champions Real Madrid failed to show the best version of themselves in a shock 1-0 Champions League defeat at Lille on Wednesday and must accept the criticism that comes their way, manager Carlo Ancelotti said.

Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti called Wednesday's Champions League loss to Lille, which ended a 36-match unbeaten record, a 'wake up call'.

Real Madrid got another three points in La Liga last night as they beat third-placed Villarreal with a 2-0 scoreline. This was an important win for the Merengues, as they ensured their deficit with