Real Madrid is in the semi-final of Copa del Rey after beating Leganes, but it was far from convincing evening for the 20-way winners of the competition. They let a lead of two goals slip, before the Gonzalo Garcia Torres stop time winner at Butarque.
According to Diario As, Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti gave his assessment of the match, and also spoke about the many younger players used.
“It was an even, competitive competition. We did not start well, but we managed to get ahead and take advantage. The team played very well in attack, with a lot of effectiveness. Although it is true that we suffered in the defense.
“Jacobo paid a bit with us a little before the first game, he was a bit nervous in the beginning. Gonzalo is on a very good run with Castilla and he also contributed tonight. We must be satisfied with what the young players have done. We have to count on it. It is a complicated and difficult time. We have to continue with games like today, in which we suffered. We are in the semi -final and the young people have contributed. Endrick scored and left a good feeling. Arda has worked for the team … We have to get away with the satisfaction of this competition. “
Although it was a difficult complete debut for Jacobo Ramon, Ancelotti confirmed that he will stay with the Real Madrid first team for the rest of the season.
“Jacobo did not play as well as today predicted. I think he paid a lot for the first game with the first team. He is a very good defender. We count on him, he will be with us until the end of the season. He is going to play better than today, I am convinced. “
Ancelotti also gave an injury update prior to the crucial La Liga collision of this weekend against city rivalen Atletico Madrid.
“I hope that Camavinga can recover for Saturday's game. Today Lucas Vazquez had a small problem. That is the doubt I have. Tchouameni as a pivot brings a lot to the team, especially defensive. But I told him he should not be too arranged (because he could go back to defense). '
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