Under Carlo Ancelotti, Real Madrid enjoyed a historic year, winning La Décima, their 10th UEFA Champions League title, defeating Atlético Madrid 4–1 after extra time in the final. The squad, anchored by Cristiano Ronaldo, Sergio Ramos, Karim Benzema, and Iker Casillas, blended attacking flair with experienced leadership. In La Liga, Madrid finished 3rd, behind Atlético and Barcelona, showing inconsistency domestically. They also reached the Copa del Rey final, losing to Atlético Madrid. Despite league struggles, the Champions League triumph highlighted Madrid’s European pedigree and marked the pinnacle of Ancelotti’s first spell, setting the stage for the Galácticos’ dominance in Europe.
