Carlo Ancelotti delivers special message to Real Madrid squad ahead of Champions League clash against Manchester City
The Italian gave a motivational speech ahead of the all-important clash.
Carlo Ancelotti motivating his players. (Credits: beIN Sports)
Carlo Ancelotti spoke to his players ahead of Real Madrid’s crucial UEFA Champions League second-leg tie against Manchester City. The two teams played a fiercely competitive 1-1 draw in the first leg at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Carlo Ancelotti, the experienced head coach of Real Madrid, has been rallying his troops and motivating them to give their all. During a crucial team talk ahead of the second leg, Ancelotti emphasized the importance of resilience, telling his players, “You have to suffer.”
Ancelotti’s words encapsulate the challenging task that lies ahead for Real Madrid. They are up against a formidable Manchester City side managed by the astute Pep Guardiola, who has been in sensational form throughout the season. The Citizens have all but secured the Premier League title and have shown their dominance in Europe by reaching the semifinals.
Spearheaded by Erling Haaland and Kevin de Bruyne, Manchester City possesses a potent offensive arsenal that can dismantle any defence. However, they must also be wary of Real Madrid’s ability to strike back with their star players, including Vinicius Junior, Karim Benzema, and Luka Modric.
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Carlo Ancelotti talks to media ahead of crucial Champions League tie
Carlo Ancelotti, manager of Real Madrid, spoke to the media about probable team combinations and the possibility of a penalty shootout, among other topics. Manchester City will meet Real Madrid in the return leg of their UEFA Champions League semi-final at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday, with a place in the grand final at stake.
On the possibility of penalty shootouts, Ancelotti said: “We don’t think about this. It’s a game that can go to penalties, but it’s difficult to practice that. We don’t really think about that, we think about winning the game first.”
The Italian also discussed team selection, saying: “I’m lucky to have all the players available. It makes it more difficult to line up. I have a very clear idea, if we win I’ll get the lineup right, and if not, I’ll get it wrong. The lineup is in my head.”
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