Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has spoken ahead of his team’s Champions League quarterfinal first leg against Arsenal. It will be the round’s first tie, and it will take place in London, with Arsenal having the first opportunity to capitalize on their home advantage.
The Gunners are out of the Premier League race, so this is their last chance to win silverware, while Real Madrid is four points behind La Liga leaders Barcelona after a shock defeat to Valencia over the weekend, and in addition to remaining in the Champions League, they have a Copa del Rey final against Barcelona on April 26. According To London World.
Los Blancos are the current Champions League holders, and they will be determined to defend it, supported by Kylian Mbappe, who is aiming to win his first trophy in this league.
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Arsenal manager Arteta complimented Ancelotti in his news conference on Monday, and Ancelotti has now reciprocated, adding later in the day: “Arteta is doing an excellent job, and I appreciate what he said this morning. He has led his squad to the top of Europe and, most importantly, has constructed a complete European side. There are not many teams like that.”
Ancelotti also commented on Arsenal’s danger man Martin Odegaard, saying, “He’s very young.” He has the same talent now as he did when he was 16. He also has the strength and fortitude to quit and become one of the best in Europe.
Odegaard appeared in both press conferences as the Norwegian prepared to face his former team, and Arteta also spoke.
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