The Light and Shadow of Ancelotti: How He Handles Pressure Without Burning Out at Real Madrid

Ancelotti, with his strengths and weaknesses, is making history at Real Madrid thanks to his ability to deal with intense pressure and accept criticism. These strengths are contrasted by clear weaknesses.

Ancelotti’s Light and Darkness: Ancelotti, with his strengths and weaknesses, is making history at Real Madrid thanks to his ability to handle intense pressure and accept ƈriticiʂm

The Real Madrid coaching position does not worry Ancelotti, as he possesses the rare quality of living with pressure and criticism. He accepts it as part of the job, listens attentively, analyzes both the positive and the, and has the humility to admit that he learns from his mistakes. This is key to understanding why there seems to be no decline in his performance under pressure, unlike Pep Guardiola’s current struggles.

The pressure at Real Madrid is a sharp contrast to Manchester City, where a coach would not survive on just one win in eleven games. The expectations and uncertainty at Real Madrid are much stronger than at Citizens.

Carlo Ancelotti the embodiment of calm in stormy situations. He feels fortunate to be coaching Real Madrid, the world’s top club where winning titles is easier than ever, and he considers himself lucky. At 65, he insists that he comes to work every day with renewed enthusiasm and energy. His positive personality and wealth of experience, both personal and professional, explain his success in becoming the Real Madrid coach with the most titles, surpassing a legend like Miguel Muñoz.