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| Carlo Ancelotti Voices Frustration with Three Players After Atlético Draw |
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti expressed his dissatisfaction with the performances of three players following their 1-1 draw against Atlético Madrid. The derby result left fans disappointed, and Ancelotti didn’t shy away from calling out specific underperformances.
First on the list was **Ferland Mendy**, whose repeated issues with ball control and poor passing created dangerous situations. Ancelotti criticized Mendy for giving away possession too easily, stating, “We can’t afford to be that careless with the ball, especially in a match like this.” Mendy’s mistakes put the defense under unnecessary pressure, allowing Atlético to dominate parts of the game.
**Rodrygo** also came under scrutiny. The Brazilian winger, normally a key player for Madrid, struggled to make an impact throughout the match. “Rodrygo just couldn’t get into the game,” Ancelotti acknowledged. The frustration was compounded by a controversial moment when Rodrygo was brought down in the box, but no penalty was given, leaving both the manager and fans frustrated by the lack of a VAR review.
Finally, **Lucas Vázquez** was singled out for his poor positioning during one of the conceded goals. Ancelotti criticized the right-back for being too deep, which disrupted Madrid’s defensive shape. “Positioning is crucial in matches like these. We gave them too much space, and it cost us,” Ancelotti explained, pointing out how Atlético capitalized on Madrid’s defensive errors.
Real Madrid supporters largely echoed Ancelotti’s concerns on social media, agreeing that these recurring issues need to be addressed if the team hopes to stay competitive in La Liga this season.
Ancelotti now faces the task of correcting these problems as Real Madrid prepares for upcoming matches, hoping to recover and remain in the title race.