Champions League returns tonight and Atletico host city rivals at Vicente Calderon.
Real Madrid need a tactical masterclass to overcome Diego Simeone's men.
Real Madrid take on Atletico Madrid for the first of the last two meetings this season. Both of them have already played six times this season, a record in Spain for the most matches against an opponent in a season.
The last time the two met in Europe's most famous competition was back in Lisbon on a memorable final, thanks to Sergio Ramos who turned hero that night. The newly crowned Spanish champions were just one minute away from being European champions. But Sergio Ramos header forced extra time and Bale, Marcelo and Ronaldo ensured the La Decima.
However, the story was different since then. The Madrid has gone one sided this season.
Atletico won the Supper Copa de Espana and snatched the Copa del Rey from defending champions. Morever, they defeated Real in both the Liga outfits, including a 4-0 demolition.
While, past may remain as stories, tonight Ancelotti must bring in a tactical masterclass.
Casillas at goal had been excellent against Rayo. Ramos, Marcelo, Varane and Carvajal must make the back four. If he chose a 4-4-2 formation, then Kroos, Modric, James and Bale must start. Isco and Lucas Silva may also be handed a start. The attack will be lead by their custom Ronaldo and Benzema.
The match is the first leg of UEFA Champions League quarter-finals at Vicente Caldren on 20:45 CET. The reverse fixture will be on April 22 at Santiago Bernabeu.