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Real Madrid would not want to play Manchester City, says Ancelotti


Published on 2025-01-29 18:45:19 - Reuters
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  • Real Madrid hope to avoid Manchester City in the next round, manager Carlo Ancelotti said after they beat Brest 3-0 on Wednesday to reach the Champions League playoff where they will be seeded.

The article from Reuters discusses comments made by Real Madrid's coach Carlo Ancelotti regarding a potential Champions League match against Manchester City. Ancelotti expressed that Real Madrid would prefer not to face Manchester City in the competition, citing the difficulty of the matchup due to Manchester City's strength. He highlighted the challenge of playing against teams like Manchester City, Bayern Munich, or Paris St Germain, but also noted that Real Madrid would be prepared for any opponent. This comes in the context of the upcoming Champions League knockout stages, where Real Madrid is set to face RB Leipzig in the round of 16. Ancelotti's remarks reflect a strategic mindset, acknowledging the prowess of top European teams while maintaining confidence in his team's capabilities.

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