Real Madrid star impressed by Barcelona’s Hansi Flick
Ancelotti’s Real Madrid Facing Criticism After Clasico Defeats
This season, Carlo Ancelotti’s Real Madrid has faced criticism following their two Clasico defeats to Barcelona. Despite holding a seven-point lead over their rivals in La Liga, the 4-0 loss at the Santiago Bernabeu and the 5-2 defeat in Saudi Arabia have left a mark on the Spanish capital.
Ancelotti Under Scrutiny Compared to Flick
While Real Madrid maintains a comfortable lead in the league, Carlo Ancelotti has faced more criticism than his counterpart, Hansi Flick. The team’s struggles in La Liga and the Champions League have sparked debates, with the upcoming Madrid derby against Atletico Madrid crucial for Ancelotti to avoid further negative results.
Como were very close to reaching an agreement to sign Eric García earlier this week, but he’s now decided to stay at Barcelona. His current position is to continue at the club after a new talk with Hansi Flick. @FabrizioRomano
— barcacentre (@barcacentre) January 23, 2025
Bellingham Impressed by Barcelona’s Style and Flick’s Approach
Barcelona’s ability to exploit Real Madrid’s weaknesses in crucial matches has caught the attention of Jude Bellingham, according to reports from Catalunya Radio. Bellingham is said to be ‘enamoured’ with Flick’s style of play, Barcelona’s tactical approach, and the players’ understanding of their roles on the field, particularly highlighted after the recent Clasico defeats.
Contrasting Coaching Styles of Ancelotti and Flick
Bellingham’s admiration for Barcelona’s structured approach under Flick raises questions about Ancelotti’s coaching methods. While Ancelotti gives his players freedom and trusts their decision-making on the field, Flick’s more structured system seems to resonate with the young midfielder.
In the past, Bellingham has thrived under Ancelotti’s guidance, showcasing his goal-scoring abilities. However, the recent discussions about tactical awareness and positioning hint at a potential shift in Bellingham’s preferences towards a more structured approach.
