Statements about Arda Güler by Real Madrid coach Ancelotti

Experienced Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti stated that although he kept the team’s young star Arda Güler in the squad for the last two games, he was still hesitant to play him. He answered questions about Arda’s situation in the press conference held after the match in which his team defeated Braga 3-0 in the UEFA Champions League and advanced to the next round.

“We take special care of Arda.” The Italian coach stated that the young player has just joined the team after two serious injuries and is fully involved in training.

Ancelotti said: “We are paying a lot of attention to him. He has recovered from two serious injuries and has been participating in all training sessions with the team for approximately a week. “When Arda reaches 100 percent, he will have time on the field.” He made a statement.

After the match won by Real Madrid, coach Carlo Ancelotti and player Arda Güler were happy. Photo: AA

“THE FANS CAME TO SEE ARDA”

However, the Spanish press, especially the newspaper Marca, harshly criticized this attitude of the coach. Marca organized a survey questioning the fact that Real Madrid did not give Arda a chance after three different advances in the 61st minute and despite having the right to five substitutions.

While 66 percent of respondents responded, “Bad, today was a perfect day for me to go out on the field for the first time,” 34 percent said, “Good, there are other soccer players who should get more playing time.” “. He commented:

Photo: AA

In the comments section of the newspaper the following statements were made:

“The fans came to see Arda. Although it was a great disappointment not to see the Turkish footballer, at least he met the great Brahim Díaz. Either something happened to Arda Güler or it makes no sense for Ancelotti to make that decision. “For Arda it was a very comfortable game to play.”

One of the people who witnessed Real Madrid’s victory over Braga was Vicenzo Montella, coach of the National Team. It was observed that Montella was following the game from the stands. (AA)