Real Madrid: Ancelotti's Frustration with Players Comes to Light
The heavy loss to Barcelona in the Supercopa de España final (5-2) still echoes throughout Real Madrid. This defeat marked a turning point, confirming that the team has yet to find its rhythm this season. While there have been moments where the team seemed to find its way, inconsistency has plagued their performances, and once again, they faltered.
Discussions have centered around various issues: individual player form, notable absences like Toni Kroos, the adaptation of Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius' ongoing distractions, defensive frailties, and more. However, all of these factors seem to converge around one central issue—the frustration of manager Carlo Ancelotti.
Ancelotti’s Growing Frustration
At 65 years old, the seasoned coach is reportedly growing tired of his players' lack of discipline and response. According to reports from El Larguero on Cadena SER, Ancelotti has voiced his displeasure about the team's failure to follow his instructions.
“He has a problem in the dressing room. He’s tired of his players not listening to him,” explained journalist Antón Meana. “He’s been repeating since October—up to 12 or 14 times—his desire for more defensive commitment from the team. They respond in isolated matches, but not consistently. And he’s frustrated that the team isn’t following through.”
A Disconnect Between Coach and Players
Ancelotti’s frustration is rooted in what he perceives as a disconnect between his instructions and his players' actions on the field. Despite his vast experience and the preparation he and his coaching staff put into the team, he feels the squad isn’t living up to expectations.
According to Meana, Ancelotti also believes that he and his staff are unfairly blamed for the team's shortcomings, despite their efforts. This situation has led him to express his frustration more openly with the press.
Will the Players Respond?
As the season progresses, it remains to be seen how Ancelotti will handle this growing tension within the team and whether his players will respond to his calls for better commitment and consistency.
