Carlo Ancelotti, the legendary Real Madrid manager, has expressed a strong desire to win the new Champions League format before he retires.
In a recent interview, he stated, “Before my retirement, I want to win the new Champions League.
I am a coach who always wants to reach the top” . Ancelotti, who has had an illustrious coaching career spanning nearly 30 years, sees this goal as a fitting capstone to his achievements.
Currently in his second tenure at Real Madrid, Ancelotti has already secured two Champions League titles with the club and is regarded as the most successful manager in the competition’s history, with five titles overall .
He aims to solidify his legacy further by conquering the new format introduced this season. Despite facing challenges with his team’s performance, he remains optimistic about their potential to succeed in upcoming matches .
Ancelotti’s contract extends until 2026, and he has indicated that this will likely be his final club role. He enjoys the daily interactions of club management and is less enthusiastic about coaching a national team .
As he considers retirement, Ancelotti is also looking forward to traveling and spending time with family, but his competitive spirit remains undiminished as he pursues one last major title with Real Madrid.