Ancelotti: “I have a very competitive squad even without Benzema”

Six wins out of six possible for real Madrid of Carlo Ancelotti and the Italian who after the derby could not hide his joy. It is not for less. In the press conference he assured that “the team was very good in the first half, although in the second we didn’t do much damage,” the coach said.

Benzema’s injury

“The team replaced Karim well. We did well with Rodrygo who scored a fantastic goal. The quality of the squad is very high”.

Valverde and Rodrygo

“Both are very special players because they are what the modern footballer should be today. They stand out in many positions and both have improved a lot and we are pleased”.

League goal scoring

“Perfect football is to score a lot of goals and not concede, but perfection does not exist.”

Define Real Madrid

“We have defended with a low block because we are used to it. This has allowed us to control well and if Simeone thinks that we have done well, I thank him because it is a compliment”.

Role of Vinicius

“I can’t take away his talent because his action in the second goal allowed us to win this derby.”

Conclusions before the break

“I’m left with the fact that the squad is also very competitive without Karim. Clearly there are some things that can be improved. It’s normal. But I couldn’t ask for more from this team and I’m very proud of these players”.

Barcelona level

“Barcelona are very good and so are we. It’s a strange season because you never know what can happen after the World Cup and it’s obviously going to be a more competitive league than last year.”

modern football

“The modern footballer is a complete footballer. Modern football will be a football that takes advantage of the fact that there are players who can play in different positions because ultimately football is played by footballers, period”.