Pellegrini Urges Ancelotti to Rethink Tactics Before It’s Too Late
Real Betis coach Manuel Pellegrini has weighed in on Carlo Ancelotti’s tactical approach, suggesting the Real Madrid manager might be making a crucial misstep by leaving a game-changing player on the bench.
“He has the ability to win matches for Ancelotti, but he’s not being given the chance,” Pellegrini said in a post-match press conference. “If he had played yesterday, the result could have been different.”
While Pellegrini didn’t name the player directly, speculation points to rising talents like Brahim Díaz, Arda Güler, or Joselu—players who have impressed in limited minutes but haven’t been regular starters under Ancelotti.
His comments come after a match in which Real Madrid struggled to assert dominance and finish key chances, raising concerns about squad rotation. Although Los Blancos remain strong title contenders, Pellegrini’s remarks add to the growing pressure on Ancelotti to be more flexible with his tactics.
Madrid has leaned heavily on stars like Jude Bellingham and Vinícius Jr. for attacking firepower, but as the season progresses, squad depth will be crucial in securing key results. If Ancelotti doesn’t make adjustments, he risks dropping vital points in La Liga and the Champions League.
With a tough run of fixtures ahead, all eyes are on Ancelotti’s next lineup decisions. Will he take Pellegrini’s advice and make changes before it’s too late? Time will tell.
