Carlo Ancelotti hailed a "surprising" performance of defensive excellence from his Real Madrid side as the holders battled back from an 80th-minute deficit to take control of their Champions League knockout round tie against Manchester City.

Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti rued missed chances from his attackers in Tuesday's thrilling 3-2 Champions League win over Manchester City.

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti says he expects Antonio Rudiger and David Alaba to be available against Manchester City next week. Rudiger and Alaba missed the Champions League knockout phase play-off first-leg at the Etihad Stadium through injury.