Real Madrid suffered a tough 2-0 defeat against Liverpool on Wednesday night, marking their third loss in five Champions League matches this season.
The reigning champions are now in a challenging position in the league phase standings, sitting precariously in the final play-off spot at 24th place. The result has raised concerns about their chances of progressing further in the competition.
The performance left much to be desired for Real Madrid fans, as the team struggled to convert opportunities into goals. Speaking to Marca after the match, head coach Carlo Ancelotti provided his perspective on the team’s showing. While acknowledging the defeat, Ancelotti pointed out some positive aspects from the game.
“We did fine in the first half. We defended well as a unit. The transitions were good, but we made the wrong decisions with the final ball. We could’ve levelled it with the penalty. We will improve,” Ancelotti stated, indicating confidence in his side’s ability to learn from their mistakes and perform better in the coming fixtures.
One of the key moments in the match came when Kylian Mbappe, a crucial figure for Real Madrid, failed to convert a penalty that could have brought his team level when the scoreline was still 1-0.
Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher made an impressive save, keeping his side in control. Addressing this incident, Ancelotti offered his full support for Mbappe, who has been navigating a difficult patch recently.
“Kylian Mbappe has everyone’s support and will soon emerge from this difficult time. He is an extraordinary player, we must be patient. He’s doing well and adapting well,” Ancelotti remarked, showing faith in the star forward’s ability to bounce back.
Despite the disappointment, Real Madrid will aim to recover quickly as they prepare to host Getafe at the Santiago Bernabeu this weekend.
The team will be keen to regain form and momentum in their domestic league. Additionally, they face another challenging Champions League fixture in two weeks when they travel to take on Atalanta, a match that could prove decisive for their campaign.
The loss to Liverpool has undoubtedly highlighted areas for improvement for Real Madrid, but with Ancelotti’s leadership and the quality within the squad, the team will be hopeful of turning their fortunes around soon.
