Arsenal handed Real Madrid a crushing 3-0 defeat at Emirates Stadium in the first part of their UEFA Champions League The quarter final matchup, puts the Spanish giants in a difficult position on their way into the return leg. With four days left before the decisive match at Santiago Bernabeu, Manager Carlo Ancelotti delivered a key message to his squad and fans.
Madrid’s performance in London did not come to expectations—Ackering creativity, produces few clear chances and shows a defensive vulnerability that tormented them for 90 minutes. When asked if his side can pull off a comeback, Ancelotti replied with honesty and determination:
“I don’t know … but we try, we try. Real Madrid is the only team that has done it many times … and we try again. We are aware of how much our fans and our stadium can help us. We have done it many times before, and I say this: we try until the last minute, until the last ball. The beginning tomorrow“Said the Italian manager at Saturday’s press conference.
Before the second leg, Real Madrid will visit 17th place Deportivo Alaves In La Liga on Sunday – a matchup where they are strongly favored. Ancelotti still emphasized the importance of ensuring a positive result to build speed before the Arsenal collision.
Historically, Real Madrid has never turned a deficit of three goals in Champions LeagueWhich causes many to question whether such a comeback is realistic. When asked what gives the team’s faith, Ancelotti was clear: “That we have the resources to try. “
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Ancelotti and his future at Real Madrid
A number of poor results and inconsistent performances from key players have restored speculation about Ancelotti’s future in the club. Reports that link him to a transition to the Brazilian national team have resurrected, and the coach was asked if he still feels that the club supports him.
“It is a question that I should not be the answer to, because the contract is quite clear: I have another year left. We talk about the future at the end of the season, as always. I have nothing more to add to that regard. The club always helps me … and supports me. Especially in difficult moments. “
Despite the subsequent Arsenal 3-0, Real Madrid remains in three competition-Champions League, La Liga and Copa del Rey. However, A trophyless season can weigh heavily on Ancelotti’s future at the helm.
