Real Madrid Confidencial Ancelotti Wanted to Congratulate Two Players After the Derby, They Were Among the Best of the Club
Reggiolo's mister pointed to those two players right after the match at the white stadium.
The draws signed by Real Madrid and Atlético de Madrid at Santiago Bernabéu leave mixed feelings for both teams. Especially for the white club, which had an excellent opportunity to establish itself at the top of LaLiga. Defending the first position, after this 1-1 at their own stadium, will be much more complicated than anticipated.
Despite the goal conceded in this match, Carlo Ancelotti didn't hesitate to point out two of the best players of the game. The Italian strategist, right after the match ended, wanted to focus on the exceptional defensive line he created for the classic against Atlético de Madrid. Especially on its axis, formed by Raúl Asencio and Aurélien Tchouaméni.
The penalty committed by the French '14' was a decisive play for the course of the match. The performance of the French stopper, who always plays out of position in that spot, clearly improved from less to more after the first half hour of the match in Chamartín. The Rouen midfielder, after the break, had his best moments as a center-back since he started playing in that position, a journey that began during the 23/24 season.
His interventions, many of them as the last man, were key to preventing Atlético de Madrid from increasing their lead on the scoreboard or breaking the tie achieved by Kylian Mbappé. Due to this notable improvement, Carlo Ancelotti decided to highlight him as one of his most outstanding pupils in the Madrid classic. His teammate Raúl Asencio also received the same praise.
Notable Improvement
The Canarian '35', who has only been training with the first team for two months, seems to have perfectly adapted to that competitive pace. His defensive leadership in Real Madrid Castilla has served perfectly to accommodate him in the white defense, commanding from the start and organizing his teammates in retreats and counterattacks.
He not only had the vision necessary to keep Carlo Ancelotti's scheme firm. The incursions of Atlético de Madrid on the left wing, especially in the first half, always encountered his strong resistance. Raúl Asencio marked his territory more than once against a Giuliano Simeone who couldn't find a way to effectively surpass him.
Considering this disposition, Carlo Ancelotti seems to have found his ideal defensive formation for the rest of the season. The excellent performance of Raúl Asencio has become the new normal at Real Madrid, but the improvement of Tchouaméni as a center-back gives hope to the head of the coaching staff. Especially looking ahead to the double match in the round of 16 of the Champions League against Manchester City.
The first 'assault' of this tie will take place at Etihad Stadium, a stage of European soccer elite where Real Madrid has yet to win. The confidence of Carlo Ancelotti in his chosen center-backs, at least while Rüdiger and Alaba are out, keeps Madrid fans expectant.
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