Ancelotti: This is why we replaced Carvajal and Bellingham, and I am happy with the win

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti appeared in a press conference after beating Espanyol 4-1 in the sixth round of the Spanish League.

The coach said: “We performed well.” Good from the beginning. We created many chances despite Espanyol’s lead, and we were the best. I am really happy.”

He added: “Replacing Carvajal? He is suffering from an injury. He suffered a bruise It's not serious. Bellingham is suffering from shoulder pain. He was able to play without a problem. Let's see tomorrow, but there is nothing worrying."

He continued:" The third goal was amazing with a wonderful counter-attack, and we shot a lot on goal, and at the back we regained the ball by pressing after losing it. We leave with good dynamics, and gradually return to our best version.”..

He added: “We only scored one goal in the first half this season. I talked about that with the players, but this dynamic has not changed. The first half was more intense.”

And about reaching 38 matches without losing: “This number confirms that this team performed well, is working well and will do a very good job.”

He continued. :"Is Indrek unfair when he is on the bench? It depends on how you see it, on the one hand it's unfair because he trains very well, he's serious, he has quality, and on the other hand there's Mbappé, Rodrigo and Vinicius. He must be patient.”

And he continued: “Tshuamini as a defender? He is a great defensive pivot, with the qualities of a centre-back and the ability to read situations well. But for me he is still a great player.”

He continued: “Modric is always a guarantee whether he plays as a starter or as a substitute. He always plays at his highest level, in every match and every minute he plays.”

He concluded: “The game plan was 4-3-3 because we wanted to put pressure on the Espanyol trio. Later, Bellingham’s position changed a little, but without the ball the plan was 4- 3-3".