Carlo Ancelotti, the manager of Real Madrid, expressed satisfaction with his team’s performance, despite acknowledging the challenges in securing a top-eight position. Ancelotti remarked, “I liked the team because we competed well,” highlighting the competitive spirit displayed by his players. However, he noted that even a victory would not have significantly altered their standing in the top eight, indicating the difficulty of their current situation.
Recent Developments
In recent days, Ancelotti has been in the spotlight for various reasons. He recently chose not to comment on discussions surrounding Trent Alexander-Arnold, as reported on 26 November 2024. Additionally, he has shown confidence in Raúl Asencio ahead of an upcoming match against Liverpool, and praised the contributions of Arda Güler and Brahim Díaz to the team. Furthermore, Ancelotti confirmed that Kylian Mbappé’s fitness has improved, which could be crucial for the team’s future performances.