Following Real Madrid’s dramatic penalty shootout victory over Manchester City in the Champions League quarterfinals, Carlo Ancelotti revealed his message to opposing coach Pep Guardiola.
After a tense match that ended 1-1 after extra time, Ancelotti (according to Football Italia) chose to congratulate Guardiola and wish him well for the rest of the season. He acknowledged their shared experience of Champions League success, adding, “They progressed last season, and this time, it was our turn.”
“I congratulated him and wished him the best of luck for the rest of the season. They progressed last season, and this time, it was our turn. It was a great feat to win today and I am really happy.”
Ancelotti, after congratulating Guardiola, now faces his former club Bayern Munich in the Champions League semis