Wounded pride is a key factor in Real Madrid's reaction following Carlo Ancelotti's talk

Real Madrid they've taken six points, scored 7 goals and conceded none in their two games since losing to AC Milan, and are looking a lot more like the old Real Madrid. Part of it is down to a series of changes implemented by Carlo Ancelottibut the biggest factor is a wounded ego.

That is second Marcowhich highlights the introduction of hungry players like Arda Guler and Dani Ceballos as stimulants, as well as the restoration of Jude Bellingham to his favored position behind the first line. The talk given to the team by Ancelotti, called the most severe and critical he gave during his two spells at the club, hit home with the players. His variety of stars took into account that they left the club and the manager, but above all, it hurt his professional pride.

The real test of this will be against Liverpool and beyond the initial reaction though. Leganes and Osasuna can be tough opponents on their day, but they were two of the kindest games the Blancos could have had. With a trip to San Mames on the horizon after Anfield, Real Madrid will be desperate to sustain their reaction.