After Real Madrid clinch a close 1-0 victory to Athletic Bilbao in the La Liga last night, Carlo Ancelotti speaks about his favourite system which he likes to play at Madrid. The manager who is expected to leave the club after the Copa del Rey finals in the upcoming days, is not giving up on his team as he wants to leave the team in a better position in the league.
Real Madrid edged past Athletic Bilbao with a tight 1-0 victory in La Liga last night, thanks to a disciplined performance that once again highlighted Carlo Ancelotti’s tactical expertise. After the match, the veteran Italian manager opened up about his preferred formation — the 4-4-2 — which he believes offers the best defensive stability.
“My favourite system is the 4-4-2. We defend better. It’s the best system to defend,” Ancelotti said during the post-match press conference. His tactical choice paid off as Los Blancos kept a clean sheet against a dangerous Bilbao side.
With Ancelotti expected to part ways with the club following the Copa del Rey final in the coming days, the 64-year-old is determined to leave on a high note. “I want to leave this team in a strong position,” he added, reaffirming his commitment to the squad despite the looming end to his tenure.
