After securing a 3-2 victory over FC Barcelona in La Liga, the Real Madrid manager expressed the significance of this win in their pursuit of the Spanish league title. The goals by Vinicius Jr, Lucas Vazquez, and Jude Bellingham were crucial in securing three points for Los Blancos. Ancelotti highlighted that this victory serves as a substantial step towards winning La Liga, acknowledging the need to maintain focus and secure additional points to prepare for the upcoming UEFA Champions League semifinals against Bayern Munich.
Ancelotti praised the efforts of his forwards, emphasizing their hard work and energy during the intense El Clasico match. He particularly mentioned Vinicius Jr’s desire to continue playing despite fatigue, highlighting the team’s collective effort in both attacking and defensive aspects of the game.
Regarding Jude Bellingham’s contribution, Ancelotti commended the English midfielder’s goal, noting its potential importance in the league standings. He credited Bellingham’s hard work and dedication, acknowledging the crucial timing of his goal in the context of the ongoing league competition.
The victory of Real Madrid elevated them to the top of the La Liga standings with 81 points, reflecting their strong performance throughout the season. Ancelotti’s team has secured 25 wins from 32 La Liga games, demonstrating their consistency and determination in the league. The focus now shifts to their upcoming match against Real Sociedad as they continue their campaign in both domestic and European competitions.
