Carlo Ancelotti

In the build-up to the highly anticipated UEFA Champions League quarter-final clash between Real Madrid and Manchester City, Real Madrid’s manager, Carlo Ancelotti, responded to Pep Guardiola’s concerns over the match schedule. Guardiola had previously aired grievances about the timing of their upcoming encounter, suggesting that the schedule could be disadvantageous for his team. Ancelotti, however, sees the situation from a different perspective.Acknowledging a slight advantage, Ancelotti commented, “This is football, I’m happy with nine days to prepare for the City game. We have a small advantage, yes…”. He quickly downplayed the significance of this scheduling benefit, adding, “But this…

While Barca coach Xavi had been keen to downplay the idea of this contest being in any way “definitive”, only going as far as suggesting victory would be a “strong blow”, it’s difficult to imagine him actually believing those comments now. Kessie’s neat strike secured Barca a thrilling 2-1 win and their celebrations said it all. This was no standard Clasico victory – it was a win that should bury Madrid’s title hopes once and for all, putting the Blaugrana a massive 12 points clear with as many games to go. Madrid’s woe is increased, due to the fact that…

Image source – Sky Sports The Blues celebrated a win over Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League Round of the 16 to advance to the next stage of the top tier. According to the draw results, Chelsea are set to play against Real Madrid in quarter-finals of the European competition. In the pre-match press conference ahead of the Everton game, Potter reacted on facing Ancelotti and his team. “I’ve played against him when he was at Everton. He is a gentleman and there’s nothing I can say in terms of the respect I have for what he’s achieved in his…

Los Blancos star has been recently targeted by a number of top sides, with Manchester United showing interest in him. Ahead of the Champions League Round of 16 second-leg clash against Liverpool, Ancelotti was asked about Camavinga’s possible transfer. “Camavinga is untouchable for us — also in the future I’m sure he will stay that way,” the manager replied in the pre-match press conference. Real Madrid are set to face Liverpool on March 15, 2023. The winner will advance to the next stage of the European top tier. Ancelotti: “Camavinga is untouchable for us — also in the future I’m…

Madrid found themselves trailing 2-0 early on thanks to goals from Darwin Nunez and Mohamed Salah, the latter coming after a calamitous Thibaut Courtois error. But Vinicius scored twice before half-time to level the score – his first a wonderful finish into the bottom-right corner, the second a fortuitous goal that involved him blocking Alisson’s clearance into the net. Vinicius went on to to win the free kick, converted by Eder Militao from a superp drop in by Luka Modric to give the visitors from Santiago the lead, before setting up Karim for the 4th goal. Only 7 players from…

The two teams’ latest game took place in the final of the European top tier last season, with Los Blancos beat the Reds and lifting the title. They will face each other again in midweek in the Champions League Round of 16, and Ancelotti met the media to share the latest news. Speaking about the Premier League opponents, the Real boss admitted they are going to have a hard game. “Liverpool have never changed their quality. We expect an intense game, we will be under pressure a lot, a game where we haven’t got time to breathe,” Ancelotti said, via…

The 20-year-old Argentine has made 46 appearances for the senior team, scoring five goals and grabbing three assists. A world-class performance has prompted Manchester City to compete with Real Madrid for the signing of youngster Exequiel Zeballos. Zeballos, a Boca Juniors player, has already made history by becoming the club’s youngest player ever to sign a professional contract. He is regarded as an exceptional talent for his age and a dead-ball specialist. This is enough for both City and Real Madrid to put their hats in the ring to sign him. Meanwhile, Another reliable Source has also linked City with…

Eden Hazard has reportedly impressed Carlo Ancelotti for the first time with his contribution and work rate as the Belgian eyes regaining starting eleven spot. After seeing Belgium get knocked out of the World Cup, Hazard made an early return to training and with his works has impressed Carlo Ancelotti. Since arriving from Chelsea, Hazard has failed to impress and as such lost his starting eleven place but with the season set to get back in form, Hazard who believes he is now in a fine shape is working hard to regain his spot. Sadly for Hazard, Real Madrid are…

Real Madrid have recently identified keen interest in signing most wanted youngster currently in Professional Football despite strong interest from Chelsea. Barcelona are also another side interested in signing Endrick when he turns 16 but what actually matters now is who convinces him to sign a contract ahead of time. Real Madrid who earlier on weren’t discussing the Palmeiras player have now opened strong interest and are looking to steal him sooner than expected. However, PSG have already started works with a €60m offer ready to be launched for the player but Real Madrid remain confident they will beat every…

Leao has gradually climbed to the top of many club’s transfer wish list following his performances in the World Cup. The 23-year-old scored a goal as he made his World Cup debut against Ghana helping Portugal to a 3-2 victory against the Black Stars. AC Milan are now ready to sell the player after earlier refusing his departure but with many offers coming in, it’s expected that his price could near €100m. Manchester United have also joined the race with Real Madrid now being the latest to indicate their interest.

Marco Asensio will see his contract expire at the end of the current season when he will leave Santiago Bernabeu after spending 8-years at the club. With just 169 league appearances made for Real Madrid across his 8-years stay at the club, its been a disappointing spell for the former Mallorca star who is now ready to seek future elsewhere. Keen interest has been shown by Barcelona for the Spaniard but following an interview, it’s now clear he is considering future elsewhere as he doesn’t see himself in Barcelona next. “Barcelona was never an option. I’m happy at Real Madrid,…

Real Madrid have already began plans for Carlo Ancelotti’s replacement as they reportedly favor reunion with another former manager. Following a struggling spell, the Whites reached out to the then Everton boss, Ancelotti who immediately quit his job in the Premier League for a second time action in the La Liga. Since his return things have turned for the better, clinging unto another UEFA Champions League trophy, justifying why he left his role at Everton. Just like every good story has an end, the end of Ancelotti’s days at Real Madrid is finally coming near with the Italian likely to…

Karim Benzema’s absence is in no doubt causing issues for the Whites who just lost the La Liga top spot to Barcelona following their defeat during the weekend. Indeed, Real Madrid are now feeling the heat of losing out on both Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland last summer with the French man turning them down at the last minute while Haaland chose City ahead of Real Madrid although the Spanish side didn’t appear soo serious on landing him. Losses are the only thing Ancelotti needs to avoid and as such has marked out Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen as a replacement…