Mbappe was criticized for running lazily against Arsenal. Photo: Reuters . |
After the defeat at Emirates, coach Carlo Ancelotti was angry and strongly criticized stars Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr. and Rodrygo. The difference in travel distance between the two teams was the reason why the Italian strategist was not satisfied.
According to Radio Marca , this is not the first time Ancelotti has been upset about this issue. Previously, after the 2-5 defeat to Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup, he also criticized his students for running behind their opponents.
In the match against Arsenal, Ancelotti pointed out that Arsenal players like Leandro Trossard (10.85 km), Gabriel Martinelli and Bukayo Saka (11-13 km) all covered outstanding distances. Meanwhile, Vinicius Jr. only ran 8.7 km, while Mbappe only managed 5 km.
The total distance covered by the two teams showed that Ancelotti's team ran more than 12.7 km behind their opponents. This has made fans and experts question the determination and effort of the Spanish Royal team.
Real Madrid paid the price for accepting to play deep, giving up control of the ball to Arsenal. |
The duo of Thomas Partey and Declan Rice had a game to remember against Arsenal. Both kept Real Madrid’s midfielders in check, winning the duels and being present at every hot spot on the pitch. Wingers Saka and Martinelli also dropped deep to help defend and build up play.
Mikel Merino, Arsenal's reluctant "number 9", is a rare player who plays close to Real Madrid's penalty area. With his forte as a midfielder, the former Sociedad star still knows how to support the defense from a distance by putting pressure on Real Madrid's Antonio Rudiger and Raul Asencio.
Real Madrid will suffer a loss as Camavinga is suspended for the second leg after receiving a red card in this match. "Los Blancos" must score at least 3 goals at the Bernabeu if they want to avoid being stopped in the Champions League quarter-finals.
Admire Rice's 2 free kicks that sank Real Declan Rice scored twice from free kicks in Arsenal's 3-0 victory over Real Madrid in the first leg of the Champions League quarter-finals in the early morning of April 9.
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