Capello: Madrid better than Barca

Former Real Madrid boss Fabio Capello believes the current squad under Carlo Ancelotti are better than rivals Barcelona.

Capello was also full of praise for Ancelotti, whom he feels is perfect for the role of boss at the Santiago Bernabeu.

“This Real Madrid can be spectacular and win everything,” the Italian told Onda Cero’s ‘Al Primer Toque’ programme.

“They possess a squad where they can make quality changes and are better than Barcelona, while Ancelotti has tremendous personality and is excellent.

“He always chooses the best players. Previously he was a Coach who was against everyone and didn’t want the problems to be the fault of the players.

“Carlo is part of the team. He is a long-term Coach who is perfect for Real Madrid, for his style, his seriousness…”

The Russia national team boss also ran the rule over Barcelona and in particular Luis Suarez.

“Barca are going through a delicate moment because they have brought in Suarez and everyone thinks he is going to score five goals, and of course they’ve just lost two games.

“Suarez must be given time, as must Luis Enrique who needs to find his best system of play.

“It’s the defence that is their problem. I’m sure Suarez will end up playing as a No 9 with Messi just behind him as playmaker.

“They need to change the system a little, like Ancelotti did.”

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