A soccer coach in the foreground with a match in the background where a player jumps to head the ball.
Carlo Ancelotti spoke about the match against Real Sociedad | Camara Real Madrid Confidencial
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Ancelotti Faces the Music After Being on the Brink of a Knockout: 'In This Type of Matches...'

The Real Madrid coach spoke to the media after a very tough match against Real Sociedad

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Sergio Iglesias

Carlo Ancelotti attended the media in the press room at the Santiago Bernabéu to analyze Real Madrid's match against Real Sociedad. Aware of the difficulties the match presented, the Italian coach expressed his satisfaction with the effort and commitment of his players. The white team drew four after a goal by Antonio Rüdiger from a corner kick in the 115'.

"It was an entertaining match with many goals, many mistakes, and many good things. I'm leaving with the objective fulfilled. Let's keep going, we don't have time to think much", commented Carlo Ancelotti first.

Soccer players jump to head the ball near the goal during a match, with the crowd watching from the stands.
The Moment of Antonio Rüdiger's Goal Against Real Sociedad | Real Madrid Confidencial

"I think we're quite well. We did well in extra time, we brought in fresh legs. Those who came in contributed and those who started from the beginning held on", added the Italian.

Another Crazy Night at Santiago Bernabéu

Despite having experienced several nights like this, Carlo Ancelotti will never get used to it.

"At Bernabéu anything can happen, especially in this type of matches and atmosphere. When we have to come back on the scoreboard, we never give up, the fans support us, and this heated atmosphere helps us a lot. We never give up, especially here at home with our fans", he explained.

Additionally, Carlo Ancelotti expressed his discontent with Alberola Rojas's decision not to send off Olasagasti for his tackle on Vinícius. "The tackle on Vinícius is a red card, but it's a situation where the referee has to choose. Nothing more", he replied.

Shocking Satisfied with Endrick's Match

"He played very well, that's what we ask of him. He made a fantastic run, a fantastic shot... This is Endrick, he hasn't played much, but when he has played, he's done very well", stated Carlo Ancelotti.

"We also had bad luck. Alaba had played a very good match, but he mishit the ball twice. We scored two set-piece goals with good performances from the kicker and the scorer", he replied regarding the goals against.

Soccer player celebrating a goal in a stadium full of spectators, with a referee and other players in the background.
Endrick scored his fifth goal in five Cup matches | Real Madrid Confidencial

"These are things that can happen, and we have to value it. We're at the end and thinking about the next match", concluded Carlo Ancelotti.

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