The situation
Carlo Ancelotti appeared at a press conference after Real Madrid’s convincing victory against Celtic by 0-3. The Italian coach was satisfied with the Whites’ victory in Glasgow and sent an optimistic message to Real Madrid after the injuries to Benzema and Militão. “After a first evaluation it doesn’t seem like anything serious, but we have to wait until tomorrow”, commented the Italian. With the substitution of the white ‘9’, Carlo trusted Edén Hazard, who with a goal and an assist responded to the confidence of the Italian coach like a charm. “ I did not expect this match today from him. He is motivated in training and although it was difficult for him to get into the first half, he was decisive in the second. It is important for us and hopefully he can continue”, commented the native of Reggiolo about the Belgian. Regarding the future of the match, Real Madrid had to shoot ex officio to claim the first victory in the Champions League. “I don’t get angry, because I can’t get angry with this team. But we have suffered, because here we suffer . I am very satisfied”, he confessed. Finally, Ancelotti was full of praise for Celtic and their fans. “ It’s a great team and we were worried about the game, because we saw what they did to Rangers (4-0): We suffered, but it’s normal here; the atmosphere is fantastic. I’m glad that these fans have a team that plays such good football . “
Postecoglou: “I am disappointed by the result”
Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou said at a press conference that “at these levels if you make a mistake, you pay for it”. Even with everything, the Greek coach was proud of both his team and the fans. “ I feel the responsibility, I try to raise Celtic football to these levels, because it is what these fans deserve. Even so, we have lacked something to match Madrid and these fans deserve a Celtic at that level”.