Carlo Ancelotti didn’t mince words when criticizing his Real Madrid squad following their disappointing 1-0 loss to Lille in the UEFA Champions League.
Carlo Ancelotti Blasts Real Madrid After Shock Defeat to Lille
The defeat on Wednesday night left the Italian manager visibly frustrated, as his team failed to bounce back from their recent struggles.
Jonathan David’s goal for Lille secured the French side a crucial three points, while Madrid, still reeling from a 1-1 draw against Atletico Madrid in the derby, looked far from their best.
Ancelotti’s frustration with the performance was clear in his post-match comments.
“We were bad in every aspect,” Ancelotti admitted bluntly.
“Lille were the better team and deserved to win. We didn’t show up today. We had slow possession, no creativity, and lacked ideas.”
The veteran manager, known for his calm demeanor, didn’t hold back this time, urging his players to find their rhythm quickly.
“We didn’t create enough chances, and our forwards weren’t sharp.
This kind of play doesn’t suit a team like ours. We need a more direct, vertical game, but tonight we were sluggish.”
Ancelotti emphasized that there were no excuses for the lackluster display.
“It was simply a bad performance. Bad image, bad feelings. We must improve, and fast,” he stressed.
Real Madrid, a club used to dominating Europe’s top competition, now face added pressure in their next fixtures as they seek to regain their winning momentum.
For Ancelotti, there’s no time for excuses—just a demand for improvement.
