Manchester City and Real Madrid have an appointment for a shock from the Champions League on Tuesday, on the occasion of the first leg. Accustomed to crossing iron in recent seasons in the Queen of Europe competition, the two European giants are preparing to fight a new battle, which will also oppose their always stratic: Pep Guardiola and Carlo Ancelotti.
A duel all the more scrutinized as the performance of the champions of England and Spain have raised questions since the start of the season. In question? A recurring defensive fragility, coupled with a cascade of injuries in both workforce.
“It's a nightmare to prepare the matches”
Present at a press conference on Monday, Ancelotti wanted to recall that City remained a formidable opponent. For him, Guardiola remains an absolute reference, especially in the Champions League.
“I think City has the best coach in this competition. He brought a lot to football. He is an innovator of football and I have a lot of respect for him. He is one of the best, if not the best. Whenever we meet, it's a nightmare to prepare the matches because he always has ideas that will make people think.said the Mister.
