Ancelotti and Davide admit mistake against Atletico Madrid: We shouldn’t have substituted him

The Madrid derby concluded in a 1-1 draw between Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid, with the latter performing well, much to the disappointment of Real’s fans. Carlo Ancelotti openly criticized himself after the match, expressing dissatisfaction with certain decisions during a private interview, as well as in the post-match press conference.

At the Civitas Metropolitano stadium, Real Madrid had chances to secure a win, leaving both the coach and players frustrated. Reports from Defensa Central indicate that Ancelotti and his son Davide acknowledged they should not have substituted Vinicius Junior, who was excelling before being replaced by Endrick. Ancelotti admitted that Vinicius’s departure diminished Real Madrid’s attacking threat, allowing Atletico to come back in the match, as the Brazilian had been a constant danger to their defense.

Real Madrid’s coaches acknowledged after the match, “We should not have replaced him.” These comments indicate their belief that the substitution impacted the game’s outcome, further fueling the frustration among the club’s fans.In the recent Madrid derby, Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid ended in a 1-1 draw at the Civitas Metropolitano stadium, leaving Real Madrid fans disappointed. Carlo Ancelotti was notably self-critical after the match, admitting that certain decisions, including tactical substitutions, had a negative impact on the game.

According to reports from Defensa Central, Ancelotti and his son, Davide, regretted substituting Vinicius Junior, who had been a standout performer and a key attacking threat for Real Madrid. Vinicius’ replacement with Endrick diminished Real’s offensive momentum, and Atletico Madrid capitalized on this, staging a comeback. Both coaches acknowledged the error, reflecting on how it influenced the match’s outcome and contributing to the frustration shared by the players, coaching staff, and fans. Ancelotti’s rare public criticism of his decisions highlights the weight of the match and the pressure surrounding such high-profile encounters.