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Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has not been content to become the most trophy-laden coach in the history of the Spanish giants.
Ancelotti took his personal tally to 15 titles after seeing Madrid earn it 3-0 win over Mexican outfit Pachuca in FIFA’s inaugural Intercontinental Cup final on Wednesday night. The Italian boss oversaw two victories in the competition’s predecessor, the Club World Cup, and will have the chance to add a 16th crown. Extended version of the tournament Next summer.
The 15th title moved the veteran player to more than the 14 amassed by the legendary Miguel Munoz in the 1960s. “There are so many of them!” Ancelotti scoffed post-match, unable to wipe the cheek-sore grin from his face. “I’m very happy, very happy. It’s a success.”
MadridThe smiling boss added: “It’s very important. We closed this 2024 in a spectacular way… nothing more could be done. But, as always at Real Madrid, we are now thinking about 2025.”
The reigning Spanish and European champions have not enjoyed an entirely successful campaign. then Adding the UEFA Super Cup In a cabinet that swelled in August, Madrid have struggled to be at their best since the arrival of Kylian Mbappe. A Prevalence of injuries The club’s search for silverware has not helped the team’s key players.
“Looking back and seeing that I’ve won so much over the years, it makes me happy,” said the serial champion. “I’m happy. But always keeping in mind what Real Madrid is. A club that demands fantastic concentration. Keep going. More.”
When asked for a favorite of his 15 titles, Ancelotti reluctantly picked two Champions League Victory: “It’s hard to say, but ‘La Decima’ (in 2014) was special for me and for Madrid. Also the victory in the Champions League in Paris (in 2022). If I had to choose, those were the two.”
Ancelotti He is the only manager to win top-flight titles in all five major European leagues. However, his two spells in the Spanish capital have been his most successful. “Winning titles at Real Madrid is easier than at other places,” admitted Ancelotti, “you have a fantastic club, a fan base that pushes you and the team has the best players in the world.”
Carlo Ancelotti’s Real Madrid trophy
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Competition |
year |
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Champions League |
2013/14, 2021/22, 2023/24 |
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League |
2021/22, 2023/24 |
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King’s Cup |
2013/14, 2022/23 |
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Club World Cup |
2014, 2022 |
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Intercontinental Cup |
2024 |
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Spanish Super Cup |
2021/22, 2023/24 |
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UEFA Super Cup |
2014, 2022, 2024 |
