Ancelotti praised Bellingham, stating, “I was truly impressed with him; he’s an exceptional player.”

“The ball distribution could have been better, but overall, I was satisfied with the game,” the coach clarified.

Carlo Ancelotti addressed the press at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Los Angeles after Real Madrid’s clash with Milan. The coach expressed his admiration for Bellingham’s performance, stating, “I was really impressed with Bellingham. His quality is unbelievable, and his presence in the box is crucial for the team.”

Ancelotti also acknowledged the need for some adjustments, particularly in the team’s ball distribution from the back. He mentioned, “We have things we have to alter, like the way we played out from the back. We tried to focus more on playing through the middle rather than out wide to exploit the space between the lines.”

Despite a few mistakes in the game, Ancelotti shared his overall satisfaction with the team’s performance, saying, “I like the system, but we saw a few mistakes. We didn’t play the ball out as we should have, but I was pleased with the game overall.”

Bellingham’s Attributes

“He’s an exceptional player, a crucial asset for our team due to his versatility as a midfielder and the dynamic energy he brings to the game. His off-the-ball movement is exceptional, setting him apart from our other midfielders. He capitalizes on available space, elevating our squad with an extraordinary dimension, which is truly fantastic.”

Brahim

“He made a strong comeback. After two seasons with Milan, he has proven he can excel at Real Madrid. His skills in that position are remarkable, particularly his ability to navigate between the lines, making him an excellent addition to our team. I look forward to witnessing his exceptional football throughout the season.”

Corrections

“We need to attempt a higher pressing strategy. The diamond formation in the midfield compels us to press predominantly through the middle. While it may not be the most defensively sound system, I must adjust to the players’ strengths and strike a balance between our defensive solidity and attacking prowess.”

The 4-3-3 system

“If we opt for a 4-3-3 formation, my central striker will be Rodrygo, who excelled in that role last season. On the left side, we have Arda Güler and Valverde as options. Alternatively, we can consider playing with a number 10 and a central striker, like Bellingham and Rodrygo.”