Carlo Ancelotti shown this Monday, at his press conference at Etihad Stadiumhis great respect to Manchester City And his coach, PEP GuardiolaDespite the bad weather conducted by ‘citizens’.
“It’s always a headache that plays against the city. I am convinced that the team who passed this tie will be away from the competition. It is surprising that we are facing a play-off. It is not UEFA’s fault, it is ours “, The coach of Real Madrid.
That Reggiolo praised his companion of Manchester City. “Guardiola is like a coach who has contributed a lot to footballIn terms of attacking, possession, pressure … is an innovative football where I have a lot of respect. It is a nightmare to prepare matches against guardiola teams. He always has ideas that you think, “he added.
Real Madrid and City will be measured in the fourth consecutive edition of the Champions League. “It seems like a classic because we’ve been facing each other in this competition for years. It will be an entertaining and matched party. It is very difficult to predict what will happen. These are two teams of a very high level and you will need to get the best version, “Ancelotti said.
Merengue’s coach considered that there was no obvious favorite in this stellar qualified before the 16th twist. “The form of both teams is not very impressed. The city is one of the best teams in Europe and has the best coach you can have today. We think we can be competitive, despite the emergency we have “, He said referring to many and important casualties in defense.
Ancelotti claimed to be ready for the worst if his team had fallen into the ‘playful’ of the Champions League. “If we do not pass this tie, I am ready for criticism. There is a risk of improper and rising risk when you face a good team and a good coach.
However, the white coach admitted that “I was surprised that the city was not at its level this time. What I saw in the last two games was a competitive team, as usual. I can’t imagine they are not strong, because they have amazing -wonderful players.
The forcing Vinicius askedCarletto created an ultranza defense of Brazil attacking. “I think the Vinicius period is very good, considering two injuries that have not allowed him to have a continuation. It has become decisive to many parties.
Ancelotti also clarified that “I don’t see Vinicius concerned. Fortunately, he only lacks one hundred percent. Before Atlético it was a nightmare and made a difference. He is very motivation and eager to play.
Despite the lack of nose plants for recurring -repeated damage to many players, Ancelotti explained why he was not Jesús Vallejo. “Nothing happens. It’s training, The problem is that it ends with the contract at the end of the season and we prefer to give youth a chance.
In the famous Real Madrid removal of UEFA in the last golden ball of the ball, Ancelotti said that “I don’t think this is a bad decision not to come. We thought Vinicius had to win the trophy, but we respect Rodrigo a lot “He taught about the city’s midfielder, who finally got the important award for the best 2024 player.
Source: La Verdad
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