Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti hopes to get their title tilt back on course against Almeria.

Los Blancos have got three league games in a row at home - starting against second-bottom Almeria on Saturday - as they bid to rein in city rivals Atletico, who have a three-point lead on them at the top of La Liga.

"Everything helps," the Italian boss admitted.

"We have a lot of games at home in the league and we need a good atmosphere and that everyone has the right attitude.

"This comes from the players. We are motivated because it is a long time since Real Madrid fought for all three competitions and we have a lot of belief. We hope that everyone has the same belief as the side has."