Ancelotti: “We have to fight to the very end in the league and maintain our good form”
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti spoke to the press ahead of the team’s match against Celta in LaLiga. He stressed the importance of winning every game until the end of the season and maintaining the team’s momentum. He also acknowledged the quality of Celta’s performance this season and the danger posed by players like Aspas and Gabri Veiga.
Ancelotti expressed frustration with the fixture schedule, which he believes is too tight and prioritizes the interests of LaLiga, FIFA, the FA, and UEFA over player health. He believes that something needs to change, as there are too many matches.
Regarding the team’s health, Ancelotti assured the press that Benzema is okay after his knock and that he trained well. He also mentioned that he tries to spare players and take minutes away from them to rest, especially if they have a slight problem.
Ancelotti praised Rodrygo’s form in both the Champions League and LaLiga, and emphasized that he is involved in the team’s play in both competitions. He also clarified that the team has no problems with post-match recovery and can recover properly in three days.
Regarding player rotations, Ancelotti noted that they are used to give some players rest and ensure that everyone is in top physical condition for the final stretch of the season. He believes that the team is more solid defensively this season, which could be key to their success.
Ancelotti was pleased to hear Guardiola’s praise for Real Madrid, stating that it is a good thing when a highly respected coach speaks well of the team. He did not consider Real Madrid to be favorites in the Champions League semi-finals and stressed that they are facing strong opposition.
Regarding Manchester City, Ancelotti acknowledged that the team has changed somewhat but is still very strong with individual talent, particularly Haaland, who is scoring a lot of goals. He believes that both Real Madrid and Manchester City can play in different ways due to the quality of their squads.
Finally, Ancelotti recognized Celta’s quality players and their special abilities, particularly Gabri Veiga and Aspas. When asked about his plans for next season, he stated that they were already in place and not an issue for the moment.
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