Real Betis coach Manuel Pellegrini has voiced his opinion on Carlo Ancelotti’s tactical decisions following Real Madrid’s latest match. In a post-match press conference, Pellegrini suggested that Ancelotti may be making a crucial mistake by keeping a key player on the bench—one who, according to him, has the ability to change games in Madrid’s favor.
“He has what it takes to win games for Ancelotti, but he’s keeping him on the bench,” Pellegrini stated. “If he were on the pitch yesterday, the scoreline could have been different.”
Although Pellegrini didn’t explicitly name the player he was referring to, speculation points toward rising talents like Brahim Díaz, Arda Güler, or Joselu—players who have impressed in limited minutes but have not been given consistent starts under Ancelotti.
This comment comes after a match where Real Madrid struggled to dominate or finish off chances, raising concerns among fans and analysts about Ancelotti’s squad rotation. While Los Blancos remain a top contender for the league title, Pellegrini’s remarks highlight growing external pressure on Ancelotti to be more flexible with his tactical approach.
Real Madrid has often relied on stars like Jude Bellingham and Vinícius Jr. to provide attacking firepower, but as the season progresses, depth will play a crucial role in securing key results. If Ancelotti doesn’t adjust his tactics, he could risk missing out on crucial points in both La Liga and the Champions League.
With Madrid facing a tough fixture schedule ahead, all eyes will be on Ancelotti’s next lineup choices. Will he take Pellegrini’s advice and shake things up before it’s too late? Only time will tell.
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