Ancelotti said after the victory over Valencia that they would appeal Vinicius’ red card, saying the decision to send him off was harsh, a decision he stood by on Sunday ahead of Sunday’s Copa del Rey match against Deportiva Minera .
“We continue to be convinced that it was not a red card, but a yellow card. We hope he won’t be suspended for many games.”
He was also asked how difficult it was to be Vinicius, given the pressure on him and the hostile atmospheres he faces.
“I’m not in his place, but it’s not easy to bear everything that’s happening, the insults… But he’s trying to improve, I think he’s improved.” He’s obviously sad about the red card, he apologized, but we have to look forward. »
The Valencia fans’ anger was sparked again by Vinicius during the match, who waved a two at the crowd to indicate their team could be relegated to the Segunda. Ancelotti was asked about his thoughts on these gestures and what advice he could give the Brazilian to avoid engaging in such antics, but the Italian dodged the question.
The best player in the world
“ What happens in the stadiums… I think he has improved his attitude a lot. We can continue to improve, but no one is perfect. He’s improved so much that he’s the best player in the world.”Ancelotti told the press.
Vinicius could be suspended between two and four games depending on how harshly the Competition Committee assesses his actions and whether Los Blancos appeal. As the Committee will not meet until Tuesday, he will be available for Real Madrid’s Copa match on Monday evening, but he risks missing the Spanish Super Cup in Saudi Arabia, against Athletic Club on Thursday.
