Carlo Ancelotti appeared before the media in the press room of the Santiago Bernabéu and analyzed the match between Real Madrid and Sevilla on matchday 18 of La Liga: “We clarified what we were missing: a little attitude, collective involvement and to run a little more We are doing things the right way again The two months after the defeat against Milan were very complicated for the squad because we had difficult matches, like the rest. of the workforce, got back into the swing of things. We finished the year well to come back in 2025 with enthusiasm.
“First of all, we need to rest, we have given an individual program to the players. They need to rest and spend quality time with their family. We will come back in good shape, motivated and enthusiastic. We need to be ready because on the 3rd we have a match against Valencia”.
What grade for the team in 2024?
“The team rating is very high because we were very good in all areas. Last season was fantastic. And I thank the players for their attitude because we fixed the situation well. Republish what we did “Last season is complicated, but we will try to do it because the quality of the squad is very high.”
A tribute to Jesus Navas
“He was a football legend because he is an example of his professionalism, his involvement and his attitude. Young people who want to become high-level players must follow the example of a player like him.”
Surpassing yourself in the face of adversity
“After the defeat against Milan, we sorted things out when we talked in the dressing room. We came back and sorted things out.”
Mbappé's self-criticism
“He was self-critical. He started from a complicated situation and showed all his quality. The adaptation period is over and today's match showed it.”
Complicated moments of the season
“I have never felt in danger because I know what my job is like. When things don't go well, I am the one responsible. The club has never shown me any concern because it has always shown me affection and tranquility is what a coach needs when he is going through a complicated moment. I trusted what the club told me after the rumors about the bench and the club. clear He gave me calm, tranquility and that he. We had to work to get out of this situation.
The evolution of the workforce
“The evolution has been one of involvement in the defensive area. The absence of players like Militão, Carvajal, Alaba and Mendy weighs on us. We tried to strengthen our quality. Mbappé is much better, Bellingham has started to score again and Rodrygo is back. We were also very good in attack.”
Endrick and Fran García did not come into play
“I didn't have time to explain to them. They understood it because I didn't want to open a match that was already over. They will have time in 2025 to take advantage of opportunities. Fran García helped us a lot in the last part of the season. And Merry Christmas to all!”
