Despite suffering a humiliating defeat to Barcelona in the Spanish Supercup, Carlo Ancelotti’s position as Real Madrid’s head coach remains secure—for now. The 5-2 thrashing by their arch-rivals last Sunday raised significant concerns among fans and pundits, but the club’s board is standing by Ancelotti, at least in the short term.
It was a disastrous evening for Real Madrid, as they were outclassed by Barcelona in the Supercup final. From the very start, the team’s defensive structure crumbled.
Ancelotti’s tactical decisions, particularly his choice to start Lucas Vázquez and Aurélien Tchouaméni, were heavily criticized for leaving the team vulnerable. Barcelona, under Hansi Flick, capitalized on these mistakes and delivered a dominant performance, leaving Real Madrid humiliated.
Despite the crushing loss, sources close to the club reveal that the Real Madrid board still has faith in Ancelotti’s abilities.
According to Mónica Marchante of Cope’s El Partidazo, the board members have no intention of parting ways with the Italian coach at this point. They continue to believe that Ancelotti remains the right person to lead the team, even after the defeat to Barcelona.
This confidence, however, is not without limits. If Real Madrid’s performances don’t improve in the coming months, the situation may change. With crucial fixtures in La Liga, the Champions League, and the Copa del Rey approaching, the pressure will only increase. If the team fails to meet expectations in these high-stakes matches, Ancelotti’s position could be reevaluated in the spring. For now, though, he still has time to turn the situation around.
Ancelotti’s tenure at Real Madrid has never been without its challenges. The job comes with immense pressure, and even small mistakes are often scrutinized intensely. Since his return to the club, he has faced frequent criticism, especially regarding his tactical decisions.
However, his achievements—having won multiple trophies with Real Madrid—speak volumes about his capabilities. His ability to manage the dressing room and keep the team motivated has also earned him praise. Still, in such a high-demand environment, even the slightest dip in form can quickly lead to questions about his future.
At this moment, the board remains behind Ancelotti, but that support could fracture if the poor results continue. The team’s next few months will be critical.
Ancelotti will need to find a way to get his team back to winning ways, particularly in the upcoming high-profile games. While last Sunday’s Clasico was a stark reminder of the challenges he faces, Carlo Ancelotti still has an opportunity to prove that he is the right man to lead Real Madrid through this difficult period.
