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Published 10:21 IST, August 2nd 2024

'Coaching Cristiano Ronaldo?...': Carlo Ancelotti Reflects on Managing the Real Madrid G.O.A.T

Carlo Ancelotti reflects on coaching Cristiano Ronaldo, the Real Madrid icon often regarded as the Greatest Of All Time (G.O.A.T) for many football fans.

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The football legacy of Real Madrid has permanent marks from Cristiano Ronaldo. Usually considered as one of the best football players of all time, Ronaldo's impact is unmatched. His legacy as a Real Madrid icon has been cemented by his accomplishments as the all-time greatest striker, which leave an almost hard mark to recreate.

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Carlo Ancelotti made a huge statement about coaching Cristiano Ronaldo at Real Madrid 

Carlo Ancelotti just offered his opinions on handling Real Madrid icon Cristiano Ronaldo. For two years, during his initial stay with Los Blancos from 2013 to 2015, the Italian coach worked with the Portuguese sensation.

Ancelotti was questioned recently about his experience mentoring the five-time Ballon d'Or winner on The Obi One Podcast. Thinking back on this era, Ancelotti said (via @MadridXtra on X):

“Coaching Cristiano Ronaldo? It was very easy. When you have a player who scores every game, it’s easy (laughs).”

"What Cristiano Ronaldo has achieved in his career is something very wonderful, something unbelievable."

Ronaldo transferred to Real Madrid in 2009 following a six-year period with Manchester United. The captain of the Portuguese national team holds the record for the highest number of goals scored for Real Madrid, with a total of 451 goals, along with 131 assists, in 438 matches across all competitions.

During his nine-year tenure with Los Blancos, Ronaldo accomplished a multitude of feats, including securing three La Liga championships, two Copa del Rey accolades, two Supercopa de España crowns, four UEFA Champions League triumphs, two UEFA Super Cups, and three FIFA Club World Cups. Additionally, he obtained four out of his five Ballon d'Or accolades (2013, 2014, 2016, and 2017) while playing for the Spanish powerhouse.

Updated 10:21 IST, August 2nd 2024