Real Madrid comes out of a delicate week with two consecutive defeats, against Valence in the league and then Arsenal in the Champions League. But Carlo Ancelotti, faithful to his temperament, has lost none of his serenity. On the eve of a crucial match against Alaves en Liga, the Italian technician wanted to reassure everyone : “Tomorrow is fundamental, we want to find good sensations”he hammered, refusing to project yourself too early on Arsenal.
Asked about the possibility of a reversal of the situation after the heavy 3-0 conceded to the Emirates, Ancelotti did not dodge:
“A comeback? We're going to try. This has already happened several times. We will try until the last minute. »» Without boasting, the Madrilene coach wants to recall that this team, often cornered, also knows how to be reborn. And with the return to Santiago Bernabéu, optimism remains permitted.
Defeated but not shot, Ancelotti announces the color
Aware of the gaps displayed on Wednesday, especially physical, Ancelotti does not deny responsibilities: “The statistics are clear, we have run less than atrsenal. It has penalized us, but it is not the only explanation. »» A lucid admission, without falling into excessive questioning. He also underlines the reaction of his men in training, which he found “Concentrated on tomorrow”.
Ancelotti: “This real can reverse anyone”
Even if the eyes turn to the C1, Ancelotti insists:
“People are thinking of Wednesday, but the focus is on the Liga tomorrow. »» Faced with Alaves, Real Madrid has the obligation to relaunch itself in the league so as not to hypothequate its domestic ambitions. A victory is therefore essential, for morale as for the ranking.
Finally, on his future, Ancelotti was clear and firm: “My contract is clear, I have another year. We will talk about this at the end of the season. The club supports me. »» No doubt, the Italian remains focused on the field. And determined to reverse the trend, with Alaves as the first springboard before the time of truth on Wednesday evening.
