On the eve of the Champions League semi-final, Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti analyzed Bayern and admitted they had been outclassed in the first game
The Champions League is approaching its most decisive moment, and for that, the two finalists will be defined in the coming days. One of them could be the Real Madridwhich would reach the 18th decision in its history, but in a pre-game press conference, the Merengues coach, Carlo Ancelottimade a point of putting the fans and the press on their feet.
“We have great hope because it could be a magical night for us. But there is no optimism. There is awareness of the difficulties“, said the Italian coach at a point in the interview held this Tuesday, 7. Furthermore, Ancelotti also admitted that the opponent, Bayern Munchenwas superior to his team in the first game.
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“How clubs are similar. These are clubs that have a great history and are very successful. I believe we respect each other, as is fair. We have to respect our rival because he did very well and better than us in the first game“, added the commander.
It is worth remembering that in the first clash, the teams tied 2-2, in Germany, and will decide the place this Wednesday, 8th, in Madrid. With the result equal, whoever wins will be guaranteed participation in the big decision, while a new draw takes the game to extra time and even penalties, if it persists.
Source: sportbuzz
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