Real Madrid’s first game of the La Liga season did not go according to plan yesterday night, as the squad played Mallorca at Estadi de Son Moix and ended up playing to a 1-1 tie throughout the match.
Despite having many opportunities to extend their lead, Los Blancos were able to take the lead early on thanks to Rodrygo, who scored in the thirteenth minute. However, the pressure from the home team finally prevailed over Real Madrid’s resistance, which resulted in Vedat Muriqi scoring the equalizer between the two teams.
Carlo Ancelotti, the manager of Real Madrid, addressed a variety of themes to the media after the match. These topics included the general performance of the team as well as individual efforts that stood out.
Following that, the Italian tactician went on to talk about the match that took place at Estadi de Son Moix and how his squad performed in the first game of the season.
We got out to a strong start, took the lead, and then proceeded to have the chance to score the second goal. When it came to the second portion, we were not balanced.
Because there was no equilibrium behind it, it was possible that it would be lost. The game has not been that excellent thus far. Our defense has to be improved. In addition, he acknowledged the shortcomings of the club by saying, “We are a very offensive team, but defensive balance is a fundamental part.”
Defensive incapabilities
An answer was supplied by Ancelotti in response to a question on the affiliation between Kylian Mbappe and Vinícius Jr., who is considered to be on the fringe.
It is possible that they may sometimes swap the position that they are now in. There are times when one of the two players is necessary to occupy this band without any particular aim, and it is not unusual for Mbappe to play more inside. Both of these situations are not rare. This is something that is dependent on how the two of you are feeling at the moment.
The possibility of rotations being used at this early point in the season was another subject that Ancelotti discussed. That it was much too early was made very clear by him.My look did not undergo a significant amount of change at the beginning of the season before this one. There is a greater possibility that I will be able to rotate into various places if the Champions League decides to play again.
On the island of Mallorca, defiant conduct
A reaction to the pressure that Mallorca applied in the second half, Ancelotti said that the issue was neither a mental nor a physical limitation. This was in response to the difficulty that Mallorca presented.
It has come to light that the crew has been too open and honest, which is one of the problems that has surfaced. Being more cohesive with one another and concentrating more intensely were both things that we needed to accomplish as we typically do. When it comes to this matter, neither a mental nor a bodily problem is at play. After giving it some thought, it turns out to be nothing more than a problem.
At long last, the coach of Real Madrid discussed the value of preserving a balanced approach, as well as the ways in which he plans to put this strategy into action in the years to come.
When participants are thinking about the same topic at the same moment, they are able to uncover something interesting. When we are given the responsibility of recovering the ball, it is of the utmost importance that we all reach a decision about how to proceed. It is the forwards and the defense who are the ones that are putting in the effort in this situation.
Despite the fact that they have been participating in this competition, a team has failed to acknowledge that this was a very crucial characteristic. This remains a problem. Mallorca’s defensive performance has been incredibly remarkable, and as a result, we have been outplayed by them for the most part. After some consideration, he came to the realization that the sketch was acceptable.
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When questioned about the dynamic between Kylian Mbappe and Vinícius Jr. on the wing, Ancelotti explained,
“They change the position from time to time. Sometimes Mbappe plays more inside and sometimes one of the two has to occupy this band, without a particular plan. It depends on how the two of you feel.”
Ancelotti also addressed the possibility of rotations this early in the season, clearly stating that it was too soon. “Last year I didn’t change much at the beginning of the season. When the Champions League returns, I will have a better chance of rotating.”
Mallorca’s resistance
Regarding Mallorca’s pressure in the second half, Ancelotti insisted it was neither a physical nor a mental issue.
“It has been a problem that the team was too open. We had to concentrate more, as we usually do, and be more together. It is not a physical or mental problem. It’s just a problem to think about it.”
Finally, the Real Madrid coach discussed the importance of balance and how he plans to implement it moving forward.
“It’s something that is found when players think about the same thing. When we have to get the ball back, we all have to think about it together. It is a problem of the forwards and the defence.”
“It is a problem of a team, which in this match has not understood that this was a very important aspect. Mallorca has played a very good game on a defensive level, better than us. I think the draw is right,” he concluded.
Source: Real Madrid official website
