The match, which saw Real Madrid receive four yellow cards for just seven fouls while Alaves went unpunished for ten fouls, sparked frustration within the team. Most of the bookings were a result of protests, which Ancelotti wants to avoid this time around.
According to reports from MARCA, Ancelotti has commanded his players to avoid any protests or gestures of dissent against refereeing decisions during the derby against Atletico Madrid. His focus is clear: no distractions, no protests, just 90 minutes of full concentration on the game. With the team already under the spotlight for yellow cards, Ancelotti knows they cannot risk a red card in such a crucial match.
Vinicius Jr. and Jude Bellingham will be under particular scrutiny. Known for their emotional reactions, both players have drawn attention from referees for their protests, and Ancelotti’s new directive will challenge them to keep their cool in a high-pressure environment like the Civitas Metropolitano.
The stakes are high, and Ancelotti is determined to ensure his team stays disciplined and focused as they aim for a crucial victory in the Madrid derby.
Carlo Ancelotti is implementing strict measures ahead of Real Madrid’s Madrid derby against Atletico Madrid, following a tense match against Alaves where his squad received four yellow cards, mostly for protesting referee decisions.
Ancelotti has reportedly instructed his players to refrain from any protests or gestures of dissent towards refereeing during the derby, emphasizing the need for full focus and discipline throughout the 90 minutes.
This approach is aimed at avoiding unnecessary yellow or red cards that could hurt the team’s chances in such a pivotal fixture.
Key players like Vinicius Jr. and Jude Bellingham, known for their passionate reactions, will be especially under scrutiny, as Ancelotti challenges them to maintain their composure in the heated atmosphere of the Civitas Metropolitano. With the stakes high in the Madrid derby, Ancelotti’s focus is on keeping his squad concentrated and disciplined as they aim for victory against their city rivals.
