Ancelotti’s Anger at Endrick: This is Not a Theater Club!
Carlo Ancelotti, Real Madrid’s head coach, did not hide his frustration with one of Endrick’s mistakes after a 1-0 victory over Getafe.
Real Madrid managed to maintain a 4-point gap with league leaders Barcelona after a 1-0 away win against Getafe, keeping their La Liga title hopes alive. Real dominated possession in the first half and took the lead with a goal from Arda Guler. In the second half, the Whites controlled the game, but Eduardo Camavinga’s injury and his absence in the Copa del Rey final against Barcelona was a major blow. Carlo Ancelotti answered various questions from reporters after the match.
Camavinga’s injury?
He felt discomfort in his foot, and his return by Saturday will be difficult.
Options for the left-back position?
Only Fran Garcia.
Preferred system for the Copa del Rey final?
In a final, we must defend well, and then we will create attacking opportunities during the game.
Dissatisfaction with the second half?
I’m not dissatisfied because we got the three points. We played very well in the first half and struggled a bit in the second.
Guler’s performance?
He played in his own style—with quality, composure, and very well. He has great potential. His future lies more as a central midfielder, whether in a 4-4-2 or 3-3-4 system. He has exceptional ball-playing ability, which he showed in this position. However, he still struggles a bit in physical duels, but his technical quality is excellent.
Is Barcelona the favorite to win the final?
A final is a final; anything can happen.
Issues with scoring?
Yes, we need a bit more effort. In the first half, despite several chances, we weren’t effective, and the same happened in the second-half counterattacks.
Substituting Endrick after his attempted chip in a one-on-one situation?
He can’t do these things. He’s young, but such actions have no place in football. He must shoot as hard as he can. This is not a theater club.
Brahim Diaz’s performance?
He had a very complete game in all aspects. He also played well against Atletico and performed well today.
Any doubts about Rodrygo for the final?
I fully trust Rodrygo.