Carlo Ancelotti analyzed real MadridThe victory over Atalanta from the press room in the Italian team’s stadium. The Madrid coach said: “We put in a complete performance, we fought, we fought and we fought. Despite all our difficulties, it was a battle worth fighting for. We were effective up front. We were very mobile Vinicius, Bellingham And Mbappeand they did it very well. In the end we had to prevail, but we deserved to win.”

“It was a tough game because Atalanta demanded a lot from us physically. It was a duel that we won several of right from the start. We showed a lot of movement in attack. The game went well and we are satisfied. It’s a big victory, not just because of the three points, but also on an emotional level. If we make it through Christmas alive, things will go well in the second half of the season. Vinicius played today, Rodrygo played part of the game and we will get it Camavinga back. Now we have to hold on until Christmas.”

Goals in the Champions League
“I don’t know if we can get into the top eight with 15 points, but our goal is to win the next two games.”

Game plan requirements
“The calendar is very demanding, we have a reduced squad and that doesn’t allow us to rotate as many players. We have to hold on for now.”

Movement in attack
“Mbappe played well at the start and scored a great goal. Our movement forward was crucial. Vinicius moved a lot to take away the central defender from Kylian. We scored the third goal thanks to a change of position between Vinicius and Bellingham. Mbappé couldn’t give us more and Rodrygo replaced him, but he wasn’t at 100%. He gave everything he could. Maybe with 100% Mbappé we could have done a lot better.”

solidity
“After the game against Osasuna, the team became more solid and committed at the back. We lost two games against very strong teams, but we didn’t feel defeated. This quality win will help us a lot.”

The feeling after victory
“This win is a breath of fresh air because it allows us to prepare properly Champions League Games in January. I hope we have more players and feel more relaxed today than yesterday.”

Atalanta’s chance in the last seconds
“I didn’t have time to think. When I saw Retegui the ball was already over. That’s a good sign.”

Ceballos
“If we have a full squad there will be more competition and I can rotate more, but I will always field the best team possible. Ceballos had a spectacular game and I really liked his performance.”

Brahim and Fran Garcia
“Brahim And Fran Garcia We played at a high level and are doing very well.”

Atalanta
“Atalanta is a great team, they play at a high tempo. We managed to get past their defenses. Although their structure hasn’t changed, they have very clear ideas and are a very difficult team to beat. It will be a very good season for them.”