Ancelotti gives normality to Mbappe's hat trick

The gap between Real Madrid and Atletico is now four points after Saturday's results. Despite the step forward, Carlo Ancelotti was cautious and reminded that the season "is too long".

"We are doing well, little by little we are getting into a rhythm and a good dynamic, improving aspects that had affected us in previous games and we must continue like this to correct weaknesses," he added after his side's victory.

Regarding the fact that they have achieved a win against the bottom team, which may not seem important, the Italian coach warned that "the most important thing is to get points and fight, fight and compete in every game, because the rivals are going to try to win".

"That it was easy against Real Valladolid can be thought of afterwards. The team managed the game well, handled situations well, and when they opened the scoring that's when it became easier," he said.

As for Mbappe, scorer of all three goals for Madrid, Ancelotti believes this reinforces his development: "Kylian has been playing well for a while now, he brings a lot to the team. He's got into a rhythm and that's a plus, because he's a player with a lot of quality".

 

January 26, 2025