The Italian discussed Vinicius, Guardiola, and being dubbed "the best in the world," as well as Milito against Rüdiger against Manchester City.
Carlo Ancelotti, the head coach of Real Madrid, spoke to the press ahead of the next LaLiga match against Getafe. After drawing 1-1 with Manchester City in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final at the Estadio Santiago Bernabéu, the Italians will face Guardiola's side next week to determine who advances to the final.
For the time being, they must fight with José Bordalás' side in the league, a season that has been generally disappointing from a Real Madrid standpoint, as rivals Barcelona are one win away from the title and Madrid themselves are in fourth place. . As a result, much of the attention naturally falls on the midweek match.
Ancelotti began with team news, revealing that some players had not been present outside of the main group during the week's training. "We're fine," Ancelotti remarked, adding that "some players took knocks on Tuesday: Benzema, Alaba, and Rodrygo." Mendy and Ceballos have both returned and can play tomorrow. We will assess tomorrow. "Everything is fine with the team."
Ancelotti has reservations about Milito and Rüdiger vs. Haaland.
The manager was immediately asked about Tuesday's game and what lessons he learnt from it, but Ancelotti was not interested in dwelling on the past, especially given the game on Saturday: "I'm not thinking about Tuesday's game today, but every game has a lot of phases." I believe we performed well offensively in the second half, when we had more possession of the ball. "Talking about Tuesday shifts the focus."
Many predicted that the Champions League tie would be a game of elite quality both on and off the field, with two renowned managers going head to head. Ancelotti did not want to be drawn into the debate about whether Pep Guardiola and himself are the "best in the world," noting that "there are many more" who deserve to be there.
Despite Ancelotti's conviction that Saturday's game was crucial, the Champions League questions continued.
. The next question was whether Éder Milito, who was suspended for the first leg, would have any difficulty getting back into the starting lineup, given how effectively Antonio Rüdiger performed against City striker Erling Haaland. The coach was asked if he had any concerns about who will play, which he confirmed: "I think the more doubts I have, the better," he replied, "this is a good sign." I'll be skeptical until the very last minute on Wednesday."
Courtois and Vinicius will face Getafe.
Finally, after exhausting all possibilities regarding the team's European assignments, Ancelotti was asked if Vinicius and Lunin will play against Getafe, but with one eye on next week. . "Courtois will play tomorrow," Ancelotti stated, rather shockingly given the short turnaround. "Vinicius will also play tomorrow." I'm not sure if it was from the start. It will be a fiercely competitive team. I'm not going to take any chances since we have new guys. [Getafe] is a competitor fighting for survival. It will be a hard game, and the team will be energetic and fresh. I'm not revealing you the team in order to give my friend, Bordalás, an advantage." Ancelotti went on to explain that he admires Bordalás' "way of understanding the game and life." We're good buddies. "All the best to him."
Because Madrid's season is reaching its culmination on the European stage rather than the domestic stage, rotations are more likely, which might offer Getafe an advantage and even annoy other teams vying for first division status. "I don't understand it," the Italian responded, "we don't choose the games, we will try to win tomorrow with the best team possible." I'd like to keep the players that are exhausted. The players that are fit will play... the players who are questionable will not participate; we have recovered well."
'I like a goalie who is better with his hands than his feet,' says the coach.
Rodrygo Goes is one player who has made an impression on the starting lineup this season, and many consider him untouchable. When challenged about this notion, Ancelotti stated, "the statistics show that Rodrygo has played in almost all of the important games." He has advanced. With three true forwards, the squad performs admirably. The same may be said for Kroos as a pivot. Rodrygo has earned it since he brings a lot."
Thibaut Courtois, the goalkeeper, has also garnered headlines for the right reasons. Again, the Belgian made some incredible saves in vital situations for Madrid, and Ancelotti acknowledged this: "he has enormous levels of quality as a goalkeeper," he stated. ". "It's such excellent fortune to have such talent. Another fortunate factor is having a fantastic goalkeeping coach like [Luis] Llopis. His job for the team is nearly everyday habit. We undertake particular exercises when training with the ball out from the back. The goalie is crucial, but I usually prefer one who is better with his hands than his feet. Courtois excels at everything."
Carlo considers Vinicius to be "up there with the best."
Vinicius shined versus City, but his inclusion propelled him above the 50-game mark this season. Ancelotti recognized that he is the player who gets the least rest. "He's doing incredibly well. It is critical to remember that each player has their own set of requirements.
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