Carlo Ancelotti, coach of Real Madrid, emphasized that the poor performance of his team in the last La Liga match against Betis was an "isolated" incident. He also highlighted the response in the Champions League against Atlético Madrid, stating that they are "ready to fight for everything despite the fatigue" and showing optimism despite the packed schedule. "We are ready to fight every match in all competitions, considering the fatigue. Five days of rest reassure me," he commented.

The coach also stressed the importance of being "very close" to achieving key goals such as the Copa del Rey final, the La Liga lead, and the Champions League quarter-finals. Despite the disappointment with the performance against Betis, Ancelotti emphasized that players do not choose when to sacrifice more due to the high physical demands of the season.

Regarding the next match, Ancelotti praised Rayo Vallecano for their brave and well-organized style of play, warning that his team must be prepared for a demanding match, where securing points is crucial to stay in the fight for titles.

The coach also addressed the drop in performance of Kylian Mbappé after having a tooth removed, but defended his overall performance, highlighting his impact in the Champions League and assuring that he will be decisive in the final stretch of the season. "It's normal to have ups and downs, especially for players of quality," he said about the Frenchman.

In the same vein, 'Carletto' defended Eduardo Camavinga, who has been playing with back problems. The coach explained that injuries have made it difficult for him to reach his best level, but he is confident in his recovery before the end of the season.

Finally, Ancelotti praised the figure of Luka Modric, who, despite being 39 years old, continues to show great physical capacity. "I'm not surprised by his performance; he's an example for the younger players," concluded the Real Madrid coach.