Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti insists his side remains in contention for the LaLiga title despite a surprising 1-0 loss to Espanyol. Ancelotti expressed frustration over a missed red card opportunity for Espanyol's Carlos Romero, who scored the game's only goal. He also addressed Antonio Rudiger's muscle injury, stating that the extent of the damage is yet to be determined.
Soccer Football - LaLiga - Espanyol v Real Madrid - RCDE Stadium, Cornella de Llobregat, Spain - February 1, 2025 Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti during the match REUTERS/Nacho Doce Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said his side are still in the driving seat in the LaLiga title race despite a shock 1-0 defeat by Espanyol on Saturday.
Real lead the Spanish top flight on 49 points, one ahead of Atletico Madrid, who beat Mallorca 2-0, with the city rivals set to meet next weekend. "We had chances and could have scored, but despite the defeat we are still in the fight. We have to focus on the next game," Ancelotti told a press conference.The Italian manager also criticised the decision not to show a red card to eventual goalscorer Carlos Romero for a foul on Kylian Mbappe, who was running up the field on a breakaway attack.Defender Antonio Rudiger left the pitch with a muscle problem and Ancelotti said it was too early to tell for how long the German may be out.
"He had an injury and we will have to assess it, It's too early to talk about it. I can't tell you anything yet," he said. We know it's a hassle to switch browsers but we want your experience with CNA to be fast, secure and the best it can possibly be.
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