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“I liked it” — Carlo Ancelotti on Real Madrid defeat
Real Madrid’s Champions League hopes took another hit with a humbling 2-0 defeat to Liverpool at Anfield, but it wasn’t the loss itself that left fans scratching their heads—it was how Carlo Ancelotti reacted in his post-match interview.
Despite a dismal performance that saw the reigning champions register just three shots on target and Kylian Mbappé fail to convert a penalty, the Italian manager appeared unfazed.
Speaking to reporters after the game, Carlo Ancelotti said, “I liked it. We played well. This loss doesn’t change much.”
The reaction was immediate, with fans and pundits alike questioning how the veteran coach could describe such a lackluster showing as satisfactory.
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Real Madrid, who sit precariously in the final play-off qualification spot (24th place) after five games, now face a daunting uphill battle to secure a spot in the top eight under the new Champions League format.
The loss underscored Madrid’s struggles this season. While Liverpool maintained their perfect record with 15 points from five games, conceding just once, Real continued to falter with only two wins to their name.
Mbappé, who has been touted as the future of Los Blancos, endured a nightmare evening, failing to make an impact and missing a crucial penalty.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot, on the other hand, was jubilant after masterminding his side’s first victory over Madrid since 2009. Slot praised his players for their composure and second-half intensity, which allowed them to outclass Madrid in every department.
Ancelotti’s comments have sparked outrage among Madridistas, with many questioning whether the legendary manager has lost his competitive edge.
With tough matches against Atalanta, Salzburg, and Brest still to come, Madrid’s Champions League campaign hangs in the balance.
For a club synonymous with European dominance, accepting mediocrity is uncharted territory. However, fans will have to trust Carlo Ancelotti now.
