Ancelotti Uncertain About Real Madrid Future After Champions League Exit to Arsenal
Carlo Ancelotti expressed uncertainty about his future with Real Madrid following their elimination from the Champions League at the hands of Arsenal. Despite having a contract until 2026, the Italian manager acknowledged that his time at the club could end sooner depending on the board’s decision. Madrid’s 2-1 home loss, combined with a heavy 3-0 first-leg defeat, saw them crash out 5-1 on aggregate, raising further questions about the team’s form in key competitions this season.
The match saw moments of promise for Madrid, including a penalty save from Thibaut Courtois and a quick equalizer by ViníciusJúnior, but a late goal from Gabriel Martinelli sealed their fate. Ancelotti admitted Arsenal were the better side and pointed to moments that could have shifted the game, such as a first-half penalty call overturned by VAR. He also reflected on his team’s inconsistency compared to previous seasons, especially in terms of collective effort.
Goalkeeper Courtois defended Ancelotti amid speculation, emphasizing the team’s support for their manager. However, he also noted Madrid's struggles with attacking depth and a lack of a natural striker, particularly someone like Joselu who had made a difference in past campaigns. While Madrid still has opportunities in LaLiga and the Copa del Rey, their European campaign has ended with more questions than answers regarding the team’s direction and leadership.
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