Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has commented on the fans' reaction after the 5-2 victory over Celta Vigo in the Copa del Rey, stressing that he understands the anger of the fans after the humiliating 5-2 defeat to Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup. Ancelotti described the reaction as a "wake-up call" for the team and the coach after the heavy defeat, but stressed that the team responded well, advancing to the quarter-finals.
In the press conference, Ancelotti added that the fans began to express their dissatisfaction after a period of uncertainty, when his team complicated the match after a 2-0 lead. He stressed the importance of the support from the fans, saying that when the "Santiago Bernabeu" pushes, it is something very special for the players. His team played well in extra time and won the match.
The Italian coach also expressed concern about the missed opportunities in the second half and asked the players to maintain focus until the end of the matches to prevent unnecessary complications. (A2 Televizion)