Although he was absent from the Ballon d’Or Gala on Monday evening, Carlo Ancelotti decided to officially speak out. The Transalpine technician crowned best coach of the year left a curious message on social networks.
Carlo Ancelotti is once again in the spotlight. With an exceptional list of achievements last season, the Transalpine technician was crowned best coach of the year at the Ballon d’Or gala. Between wins in La Liga and the Champions League, the Real Madrid coach overcame the challenges of injury to guide the Madrid club to the top.
Carlo Ancelotti’s fine season was rewarded at the Ballon d’Or ceremony on Monday evening. Despite a squad plagued by injuries, he was able to compose and adjust his strategies to finish the season with just two defeats in all competitions. His ability to adapt and his leadership made him the obvious choice for UEFA and France Football ahead of Pep Guardiola, Luis de la Fuente and Xabi Alonso.
Carlo Ancelotti speaks after the Gala
With the odds stacked against him for the Johan Cruyff award for coach of the year, Carlo Ancelotti made the symbolic choice not to travel to Paris. Far from going unnoticed, his absence was an act of support for his players, particularly Vinícius Jr and Dani Carvajal. The latter were not selected for the 2024 Ballon d’Or.
After the ceremony, the Real Madrid coach took to social media to express his views. Don Carlo said just one sentence. ‘I want to thank my family, my president, my club, my players and especially Vini and Carvajal,” he posted. Aware that his players Vinicius Jr and Carvajal should have received more recognition from France Football, the Transalpine coach aligned himself with those who spoke of a scandal. He believes that one of his two stars should lift the Golden Ball awarded to Rodri, and is aware that they are probably going through a fairly difficult period mentally. That’s precisely why he remembered them when he wanted to celebrate his award.
In any case, Don Carlo’s subtle message reveals his disappointment at the selection of the Ballon d’Or winner, without ever breaking with his usual elegance. A discreet but eloquent way of showing his support without creating controversy.
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