Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has not hidden his disappointment about his players since they fell to beat real betis and to warn them about their attitude. Prior to their collision with Atletico Madrid in the Champions League round of 16, he noted that he expected that the draw would be decided in the second stage in the Metropolitano.
Prior to the first stage in the Santiago Bernabeu, it was reported that the club and Ancelotti were most concerned by what they considered 'indifference' of their stars in the Benito Villamarin. After the game, he criticized their dedication and warned his players again.
“We will see what will happen in the game tomorrow. We did well in terms of attitude, but we missed Betis. Hopefully it was an isolated matter. “
The Italian emphasized the importance of their defensive efforts throughout the season, and because it was still a problem in March, Ancelotti was asked if this was ever a problem in other eras.
“It is difficult to compare two different eras. There were players who were more focused on quality than on involvement and sacrifice. Those who have quality struggle. '
“To clarify a little, there are two types of players: those who run and those who make the difference. If someone wants to be in the middle, it is impossible. Or you run or make the difference. “
The last meeting between the two was less than a month ago in La Liga, with the two parties traveling 1-1 on the Bernabeu, with a first half of Julian Alvarez and an equalizer for Kylian Mbappe.
“It will be a good draw and it will be determined in the return match. The goal tomorrow is to play well and make an advantage [to the second leg]. The competition is close and competitive, but we can't think about taking a big lead tomorrow. The opponent is a strong rival. '
“Atletico has a very good season. In the last derby we played very badly in the first half and very well in the second. We have to think about playing as we did in the second half and not play as we did in the first half. It is not very complicated. “
In terms of how they approach the game, Ancelotti was asked about the difference between the opposite Manchester City in the final round and Atletico Madrid in this.
“We must take into account the difference between the two rivals. Atletico is a more vertical team and can counter attack more. But I don't want to change our style, our mentality or our approach. “
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