Carlo Ancelotti has penned an emotional letter to Real Madrid fans before his final game in charge of Los Blancos.
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Ancelotti bids goodbye to Real MadridHas had an eventful stint in the Bernabeu dugoutWill fly to Brazil for his next assignmentFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
Just hours after the club confirmed his upcoming departure, the revered Italian coach took to social media to share a heartfelt letter addressed to the Real Madrid faithful. The 64-year-old departs after completing a second spell with the Spanish giants, a period that has seen him rise to legendary status throughout his time at the Spanish capital.
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During his two stints in charge, Ancelotti transformed success into a routine, guiding the team to an astonishing haul of silverware. Under his stewardship, Real Madrid won three Champions League titles, three FIFA Club World Cups, three UEFA Super Cups, two La Liga crowns, two Copa del Rey trophies, and two Spanish Super Cups. His statistical record is just as remarkable—352 games managed, with 249 victories, 50 draws, and only 53 losses.
WHAT ANCELOTTI WROTE
In his open letter, Ancelotti—fondly nicknamed “Carletto”—poured his emotions into a touching farewell, writing: “Today we go separate ways again. Today again I take in my heart every moment I’ve lived in this wonderful second stage as Real Madrid coach. It’s been unforgettable years, an incredible journey full of emotions, titles and, above all, pride of representing this shield”.
“Thanks to the president Florentino Perez, to the club, to my players, to my staff and, above all, to this unique fan that has always made me feel like one of them. What we have achieved together will remain forever in the memory of Madridisimo… not only for the triumphs, but for the way we achieved them. The magic nights of the Bernabéu are already football history.
“Now a new adventure begins, but my bond with Real Madrid is eternal. See you soon, Madridistas! Hala Madrid Y Nada Más!”.
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Ancelotti’s farewell game will take place at the Santiago Bernabéu on May 24, with Real Madrid facing Real Sociedad in their final La Liga clash of the season. While the match will mark the end of an era for Real Madrid, it is also the beginning of a new chapter for Ancelotti. The veteran coach will soon head to South America, where he is set to begin his role as the head coach of the Brazil national team. The move to Brazil reunites Ancelotti with two of his Real Madrid stars, Vinicius Jr. and Rodrygo, now key figures in the Seleção.