Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti has promised to wear glasses and smoke a cigar during his team’s upcoming La Liga title celebrations following their 4-0 away win over Granada. After defeating Bayern Munich in the Champions League semifinal, Madrid will celebrate their record-extending 36th Spanish top-flight crown at the Cibeles fountain.
Ancelotti confirmed that he plans to replicate his iconic cigar-smoking celebration from 2022, stating “A cigar and glasses, the same.” When asked about his “B team” players’ performance against Granada, Ancelotti praised their competitiveness, teamwork, and quality. He expressed satisfaction that injured players like Thibaut Courtois and Eder Militao are improving ahead of the UEFA Champions League final against Borussia Dortmund on June 1.
Arda Guler continued his impressive form by scoring after being given a rare start. Ancelotti highlighted Guler’s talent, speed, and effectiveness but admitted that it’s difficult to predict his potential due to his young age. The coach remains uncertain about Kylian Mbappe’s future destination after the French star announced his departure from Paris Saint-Germain without revealing his next club, which is rumored to be Real Madrid.
Ancelotti emphasized that he is focused on the immediate tasks at hand, including celebrating with fans and preparing for upcoming matches until the Champions League final in June. He stressed that decisions regarding Mbappe’s transfer are not a priority at the moment. The coach’s focus is on ensuring the squad is at full strength for the Wembley final and maintaining a clear mindset until then.
Madrid’s dominant performances in both La Liga and the Champions League have solidified Ancelotti’s position as a successful coach. With key players returning from injury and young talents stepping up, the team looks poised for further success. As they gear up for the final against Dortmund, Ancelotti remains confident in his squad’s abilities and is committed to leading them to victory in their pursuit of European glory.
