Carlo Ancelotti admits to making mistake during Real Madrid victory over Valencia – “I’ve been unfair”

BILBAO, SPAIN - AUGUST 12: Carlo Ancelotti, Head Coach of Real Madrid, looks on during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Athletic Club and Real Madrid CF at Estadio de San Mames on August 12, 2023 in Bilbao, Spain. (Photo by Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/Getty Images)

Real Madrid picked up a comprehensive 5-1 victory over Valencia on Saturday evening, a result that takes them back to within two points of La Liga leaders Girona.

It was a collective good performance from Los Blancos, who blew away Valencia. Dani Carvajal scored inside three minutes, before three goals in eight minutes either side of half time (Vinicius x2, Rodrygo) had the hosts 4-0 up. Rodrygo got his second late on, before an even later consolation goal from Hugo Duro.

Despite this, Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti admitted post-match that he made a mistake with his starting line-up. He believes that he should have started with Luka Modric, who was benched once again by the Italian.

“Luka Modric should have started today, I’ve been unfair. This is what happens when you have such a quality squad.”

Modric has been frustrated with his lack of playing time so far this season, but with Aurelien Tchouameni out injured for the time being, he would find himself starting more going forward, beginning with Real Madrid’s next match against Cadiz.

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