‘Always agree with Luka Modric’ – Ancelotti backs Real Madrid captain for scolding Vinicius

Academy star fires late to help Real Madrid advance past Leganes in Copa Del Rey

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has backed Luka Modric’s action toward Vinicius Jr. during their win in the Copa Del Rey.

Ancelotti’s side secured a narrow 3-2 win over CD Leganes in the Copa del Rey quarterfinal clash on Wednesday.

The game was marred by a pivotal moment that raised doubts about Carlo Ancelotti’s Real Madrid team as they prepare for a historic week.

Fans witnessed Luka Modric making irate gestures at Real Madrid teammate Vinicius Jr., demonstrating his annoyance with the Brazilian. 

Ancelotti speaks on incident

Modric was seen wildly waving his arms at Vinicius Jr. during the game as the situation raised concerns about a potential fallout between the two players.

Modric in action for Real Madrid || Imago

Modric in action for Real Madrid || Imago

According to Marca, after a Leganes counterattack, Modric approached Vinicius Jr. and asked him to assist the squad defensively. Modric exploded on the pitch because the Brazilian ‘did not like’ the demand.

Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti || Image credit: Imago

Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti || Image credit: Imago

After the game, as reported by the Daily Mail, Modric denied any suggestion of a protracted altercation between the two, stating, “It’s football… You see everything you shouldn’t see.”

In his news conference after the game, Ancelotti was questioned about the incident and stated, “Modric was angry with Vinicius? I don’t know what happened, but if Modric said something, then it’s correct. Always agree with Luka Modric.”

Vini Jr., Real Madrid star || Imago

Vini Jr., Real Madrid star || Imago

On Saturday, Los Blancos meet their fiercest rivals, Atletico Madrid, in La Liga. Three days later, they travel to the Etihad to play Manchester City in the opening leg of their Champions League play-off.



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