Karlo Ancelotti's "Real Madrid" won a tough match against "Atletico Madrid" last night, advancing to the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League.
Real Madrid head coach Karlo Ancelotti participated in the press conference after the match against "Atletico Madrid". He interpreted various aspects of the game against the opponent in the post-match press conference.
Ancelotti first described "Atletico's" very strong defense and mentioned that conceding a goal in the first minute posed difficulties for them.
The Italian specialist responded to questions regarding Alvarez's penalty, the game, the goal in the early minutes, and who would take the penalty as follows.
— Alvarez's penalty?
"Yes, it was very strange. He touched the ball twice: first with his right foot, then with his left foot.”
- Game analysis?
“It was a difficult game. We conceded a goal in the first minute, and the dynamics of the game changed. The opponent defended well and launched quick counterattacks. We had few opportunities and missed the penalty. Creating clear chances against 'Atletico' is very difficult - they defend well and eliminate all possibilities.”
- Was it the goal in the first minute?
“I was afraid we couldn't control the game. It was important to maintain balance to execute quick attacks. In the second half, we played confidently in our half, and as you saw, it led to the penalty.”
“We had doubts about taking the fifth penalty. We wanted Endrick to take it. However, when I told him about it, I didn't see any special joy on his face. That's why we chose Rudiger, who seemed more confident and calm” - said the head coach of the "royal club".
As a note, the "whites" advanced to the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League with the victory over the "mattress makers". They will face London's "Arsenal" in this stage.
