Carlo Ancelotti, the manager of Real Madrid, spoke about his team's 1-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao in the 32nd round of La Liga. Ancelotti expressed his happiness with the result, noting that the team performed well in the first half, being the better side despite not creating many chances. He added that the second half saw noticeable improvement, emphasizing that Real Madrid controlled the game and was not under significant pressure from Bilbao.

Ancelotti explained that he did not have a specific lineup planned for the Barcelona match, but the formation was aimed at strengthening control over the game with Modric and Ceballos, who returned from injury, alongside playing Endrick up front. He stated that the team was more solid and cohesive, and he was proud of the players' development, especially in the defensive aspect.

Ancelotti also spoke about Vinicius Junior, praising his excellent mentality and confirming that he was decisive in the match despite feeling fatigued in the second half. He added, "Vinicius was brilliant, despite the difficult circumstances he has faced in recent days. He showed a great reaction, and he will be crucial in the upcoming matches."

He noted that Vinicius has great confidence in himself and can handle pressure, making him one of the key players for the team at the moment. He also confirmed that the Brazilian's recent development has been remarkable, which enhances the team's prospects in the upcoming competitions.

Regarding VAR, Ancelotti mentioned that the disallowed goal was part of modern football, but he expressed his surprise at the lack of VAR intervention in awarding a penalty to his team. This comment was made in the context of discussing the challenges teams face in big matches and the importance of relying on technology to ensure fairness in refereeing decisions.

In conclusion, Ancelotti expressed optimism for the team's future, stressing that the fans still believe Real Madrid can achieve great things this season, which he also believes. He hoped the team would continue to perform well and avoid mistakes that could cost them in upcoming matches.