According to Tasnim news agency, Carlo Ancelotti, whose students will face Pep Guardiola’s students in the return round of the semi-finals of the Champions League tomorrow night (Wednesday) to compensate for the 4-3 defeat against Manchester City, will attend the pre-match press conference. “Our players are in good shape and have a lot of motivation to play tomorrow night,” he said. We can play in another Champions League final. We know the game will be very difficult, but we are confident.
He added: “Manchester City and Real Madrid have different qualities. Personality is a very important aspect, as well as personal characteristics. The Champions League is very hard, we will need something more than our hearts to reach the final. Manchester City have the upper hand and we have to play a good game. The atmosphere of the team is very good after winning the La Liga and we can do it tomorrow (reach the final).
The Italian coach of Real Madrid also commented on the situation of some of his players: “With Casmiro returning to the squad, he will definitely help us in defense. We have to play better as a team. Vinicius has a better goal-scoring ability and is now a more mature player. David Alaba will not play tomorrow either. He has been a very important player for us this season, but Nacho will be important for us tomorrow.
Carlotto praised his Croatian midfielder, who accompanied him to a news conference, saying Modric had not changed over the years. He is a very professional, great and extraordinary player. Luca is a superb player both physically and technically.