Ancelotti revels in record-breaking win
Carlo Ancelotti is officially the most successful coach in Real Madrid history, after landing his 15th silverware with Los Blancos.
Carlo Ancelotti praised Real Madrid's attitude during its commanding 3-0 win over Pachuca in the Intercontinental Cup, and what was a record-breaking triumph for the Italian.
Kylian Mbappe, Rodrygo and Vinicius Junior were on target as Los Blancos cruised to victory in Doha.
It gave Ancelotti his 15th silverware with Madrid, as the 65 year-old surpassed Miguel Munoz (also 14 titles) to become the most successful coach in the club's history.
The Champions League winners had to wait until the 37th minute to break the deadlock, but were largely in control thereon at the Lusail Stadium.
"We started a little bit like this, like that, and then we took control," Ancelotti said. "We ended well. We had more quality, but we needed attitude.
"Then, we entered the game. In the end, I did like the attitude. Up front, they have made the difference. There are many [trophies]! I'm very happy. It is a success."
Rodrygo doubled the lead early in the second half, scoring his fourth goal in five finals for Madrid, having failed to score in any of his previous six.
"I'm very happy to win another title and to score another goal in a final with this jersey," the Brazil forward, who recently returned from injury, said.
"It's a bit difficult for me because of injuries. I was out for a month, and I was injured again. I feel better. I have to work more and rest more.
"I want to help the team. Everyone helped me in the process. I feel good. I hope to be better every day."
Meanwhile, Federico Valverde paid tribute to Ancelotti after his historic triumph.
"He deserves it, too," the midfielder said. "He has won everything. He always helps us.
"We knew that after a long trip and playing a single game, it would be difficult. They came from several games, but we played well. We knew how to counteract what they threatened."