Carlo Ancelotti, former Real Madrid manager and current Brazil national team head coach, has been convicted by the Provincial Court of Madrid for committing tax fraud during the 2014 fiscal year, dating back to his first stint at the Spanish club. The sentence has sparked widespread attention due to his high-profile role in international football.

What Sentence Did Ancelotti Receive?

The court sentenced the Italian coach to one year in prison, along with a fine of €386,361.93 and a three-year disqualification from receiving public subsidies or tax benefits. However, he was acquitted of similar charges for the year 2015, for which he had also been under investigation.

¿Qué dijo Ancelotti durante el juicio?

El técnico de 65 años aseguró ante el tribunal que nunca tuvo intención de defraudar, y que se limitó a seguir las recomendaciones de sus asesores fiscales y del propio club en su momento. “Hice lo que me dijeron”, afirmó durante las sesiones del juicio realizadas en abril de este año en Madrid.