Ancelotti calms Mbappe injury fears
Real Madrid Secures Fifth Successive Victory Against Alaves
Real Madrid secured a hard-fought victory against Alaves at the Santiago Bernabeu, despite a late scare from the visitors. The reigning La Liga champions initially raced into a three-goal lead, but two late goals from Alaves made the match tense towards the end. However, Real Madrid managed to hold on and secure their fifth successive win.
Ancelotti Reflects on Late Collapse
Carlo Ancelotti shared his thoughts on his team’s late collapse during the post-match press conference. He acknowledged that in football, a single mistake can give confidence to the opposing team, leading to unexpected outcomes. Despite the late scare, Ancelotti highlighted the strong performance of his team in the 60 minutes leading up to the late goals.
Referee Controversy
Ancelotti was visibly upset with the referee after the match, as his team received six yellow cards during the game. The coach mentioned that the rules have changed, and his team needs to adapt to avoid unnecessary bookings for protesting. Ancelotti emphasized the importance of following the new guidelines to prevent further disciplinary issues.
Mbappe’s Injury Scare
Kylian Mbappe requested to be substituted late in the game due to a knock on his thigh. While there are concerns about his fitness, Ancelotti reassured that Mbappe is okay and only needed to be cautious to prevent any serious injury. The team will monitor Mbappe’s condition closely, with tests scheduled in the next 24 hours to assess his fitness for upcoming matches.
Upcoming Matches and Mbappe’s Availability
Real Madrid faces three more matches before the next international break, and there is a strong desire to have Mbappe available for these fixtures. Ancelotti is optimistic about the team’s performance and emphasizes the importance of maintaining fitness during a demanding schedule. The coach remains hopeful that Mbappe will recover in time for the upcoming games, pending further updates later in the week.
