Carlo Ancelotti: “We didn’t lose our heads after the humiliation against Barcelona”

Carlo Ancelotti, coach of the Real Madrid, highlighted the integrity of his team after the victory against Getafe. The strategist affirmed that his squad “did not lose its head” after the 4-0 they received against Barcelona for The league two weeks ago. Likewise, he pointed out that his team is very “balanced”, giving merit to both the starters and the substitutes.

”We haven’t lost our heads after the swim against Barcelona. We have been balanced. We had to manage this advantage, we have done well. It could be a cheat game because after the ‘Champions’ games you leave something physical and mental, but the team has responded well. We were well placed, we handled the ball well, pressed after a loss… everything went well”, he said at a press conference.

”A very good night. We had a bit of concern about this match. Getafe beat us in January and after the ‘Champions’… but the team has reacted very well, even the players who have played less in this period”, he added.

“We’re pretty good. The October-December period has been very good and we took an advantage in the League. Casemiro will not be in the match against Sevilla, but Camavinga and Valverde’s match shows that the team does not only have eleven“, complete.

An Ancelotti who confirmed that Mendy, who rested this Saturday, will face Chelsea next Wednesday in the second leg of the Champions League quarterfinals (1-3 in the first leg in favor of Real Madrid).

”Mendy can play, he had an overload and we preferred not to take risks. At the last minute we had an upset from Mariano… but apart from Militao, who is suspended, and Hazard, who is recovering, the rest may be in the gameor,” he said.

In addition, he commented on the whistles of the fans to Gareth Bale when he entered the field of play, returning to have minutes at the Santiago Bernabéu 773 days later.

”Sorrowed no. Ball is fine. Training well, wanting to play and help the team and this is the most important thing. Now we need everyone and the unity between the fans and the players is a very important aspecte,” he declared.