Ancelotti on Vinicius Jr, Vallejo, and Manchester City

Real Madrid C.F.

Match against Manchester City and Guardiola

"It seems like a Classic of this competition, as we face each other many times. It will be entertaining and close, like the previous ones. It's very difficult to predict what will happen, because it will depend a lot on the attitude, quality, confidence, and personality. These are matches of such a high level that you have to bring out your best in all aspects."

"It's not so indicative, because everyone has their opinion on this. I maintain that City is one of the best in Europe, with the best coach in this competition at the moment, and it is the most complicated match we could have. States of form... if you're not at 100%, you don't win. But we feel competitive, despite the 'emergency' we are experiencing."

"What I can say is that he is a coach who has contributed a lot to football: possession, attacking play, pressure, and building from the back. He is an innovator of football, and I have a lot of respect for him. He is one of the best, if not the best. Every time we face each other, it's a nightmare to prepare for the matches, because he always has ideas that make you think."

Vinicius Jr

184

Vinícius Júnior
19.170.000€+220.000€4

J28

13

J27

4

J26

13

J25

5

J24

DL

510

"Vinicius Jr's season has been very good, considering he has suffered two injuries... which have not allowed him to have continuity. He has scored 17 goals, provided many assists, and has been very decisive in many matches. All this, despite the injuries not allowing him to have continuity."

"No. I don't see him as anxious, but rather good. Even without being at his 100%, but he is very close. In the second half of the derby... he made the difference. He was a nightmare on the left wing, causing many problems the other day, and he can do it again tomorrow. He is very well, motivated. Eager to play."
 

Is he prepared for people to say it's his fault if they get eliminated?

"Yes, indeed! Without a doubt. Especially considering my history. When you play a knockout tie... there's a risk it might not go well. And this risk increases when you face one of the best teams and best coaches. But we are prepared."

Vallejo

0

Jesús Vallejo
160.000€-

J28

-

J27

-

J26

-

J25

-

J24

DF

00

"Absolutely nothing is happening. He is training well. But his contract is ending, and we prefer to give more opportunities to the young players."