Ancelotti’s Future in Doubt: Arsenal Exposes Real Madrid’s Tactical Weakness

Real Madrid’s Champions League campaign has taken a devastating turn, with the Spanish giants crashing out to Arsenal in the quarterfinals. The 15-time champions were thrashed 5-1 on aggregate, with Arsenal’s 2-1 victory on the night raising serious questions about Carlo Ancelotti’s future at the Santiago Bernabeu.

 A Night to Forget for Real Madrid
The match was supposed to be a classic remontada for Real Madrid, but the team never really showed up. Despite Bukayo Saka’s penalty being denied by Thibaut Courtois early in the first half, Madrid never really got going. They had a penalty shout of their own chalked off and fell into a woeful pattern of simply hoofing the ball into the box without a striker to aim for.

Arsenal’s Dominance
Arsenal, on the other hand, were terrific value for their win. Declan Rice dominated the midfield, and Saka redeemed himself with a wonderful dink to give Arsenal the lead on the night. Madrid briefly sprang back into life when William Saliba dwelled on the ball slightly too long, and Vinicius Jr capitalized. However, that second wave never followed, and Gabriel Martinelli buried a second in stoppage time to put the tie to bed.

Ancelotti’s Tactical Weakness
The real question now is whether Carlo Ancelotti’s time at Real Madrid is up. The Italian coach’s signature vibes-guy genius is starting to wane, and he had no real tactical setup to actually score goals. His inability to respond to Arsenal’s domination of central areas was stark, and Declan Rice’s magical midfield showing only highlighted Ancelotti’s weaknesses.

A Poor Season for Real Madrid
This exit is just the latest in a poor season for Real Madrid. The team has been struggling to find form, and Ancelotti’s leadership has been called into question. With the team’s reliance on individual brilliance rather than tactical acumen, it’s hard to see how they can overcome their current struggles.

The Blame Game
When thrust into unfamiliar territory, Los Blancos tend to look at the man at the helm for blame. Ancelotti, then, has some serious questions to answer. Can he turn things around and lead the team to success in the future, or is it time for a change?

 Conclusion
In conclusion, Arsenal’s victory over Real Madrid was a deserved win for the Gunners. They outplayed and outran the Spanish giants, and Declan Rice’s dominance was the decisive factor. Real Madrid, on the other hand, are in trouble, and Carlo Ancelotti’s future is uncertain.

Winners and Losers
Winners: Arsenal, Declan Rice, Mikel Arteta
Losers: Real Madrid, Carlo Ancelotti, Kylian Mbappe (who had a poor game)

What’s Next?
Arsenal will look to continue their momentum in the semifinals, while Real Madrid will have to regroup and rebuild. Ancelotti’s future will likely be decided in the coming weeks, and it will be interesting to see how the team responds to the criticism.

Source:Africa Publicity