Carlo Ancelotti shared his views on Real Madrid’s 3-3 draw with Rayo Vallecano in LaLiga, highlighting that while his team showed great unity and competitiveness, they ultimately lacked the clinical finishing needed for a victory.
Ancelotti expressed satisfaction with his team’s display, noting their strong performance for the first hour, during which they created numerous goal-scoring chances. He also praised their resilience in recovering from a 2-0 deficit, showing their character and determination.
Although the match ended in a draw, Ancelotti was pleased with the overall performance, recognizing that the team has been playing well despite facing multiple challenges, including missing key players.
The Italian coach also commented on the penalty incident involving Vinicius Jr., stating that he believed it was a clear penalty and the referee’s decision was wrong. He praised Vinicius Jr.’s performance, pointing out his good play and several goal-scoring opportunities.
When asked what was missing from his team’s performance, Ancelotti succinctly answered, “Goals.” He mentioned that Vinicius Jr. had worked hard and created clear chances but could not convert them into goals.
Ancelotti also praised Rodrygo for regaining his best form and scoring important goals. He highlighted Jude Bellingham as a key player, underscoring his importance to the team’s success.
Lastly, Ancelotti discussed his conversation with the referee and the cramps suffered by Rayo Vallecano’s goalkeeper, Batalla. He also explained Rodrygo’s tactical switch to the left wing, which was intended to create more problems for the opposition.
