Real Madrid play their final La Liga match of 2023 when they visit Alaves at the Mendizorrotza Stadium in a matchday 18 fixture of the domestic championship, which kicks off at 21:30 CET.
The 'Merengues', who have won four of their last five games, sit second on 42 points, two behind leaders Girona. Ancelotti's side could go into the winter break as league leaders if they claim victory against the Basque side and the Catalans fail to beat Betis away from home.
Luis Garcia's side, meanwhile, have won just one of their last four La Liga games and find themselves in fifth place, three points above the relegation zone.
Alaves confirmed starting XI: Sivera; Gorosabel, Abqar, Rafa Marin, Ruben Duarte; Rebbach, Guridi, Blanco, Guevara, Luis Rioja; and Samu Omorodion.
Real Madrid confirmed starting XI: Kepa; Lucas Vazquez, Rudiger, Nacho, Fran Garcia; Valverde, Kroos, Modric, Bellingham; Brahim and Rodrygo.
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