Ancelotti refused to replace one of Real Madrid’s players in yesterday’s cup match and Davide agreed with him on this decision

Real Madrid defeated Deportivo Mineira, after which several changes were made to the team, with the most notable being a change that both Carlo Ancelotti and Davide Ancelotti refused to implement.

Real Madrid is already playing their second match of 2025, a year filled with challenges for Carlo Ancelotti’s team. On this occasion, the Copa del Rey was the next step in a busy January schedule, which is not enough to address all the team’s challenges.

For now, the team has achieved a victory following a heavy defeat, thanks to several players who have stepped up and proven their worth. The Italian coaching staff even decided to bring on several stars in the second half, but they chose not to make a substitution that could have sent a negative message to the team.

According to information from the Spanish newspaper “Defensa Central”, the reason behind Carlo Ancelotti’s reluctance to take Endrick off the field, despite the fact that he had not scored and missed several clear chances during the 75 minutes of the match, was clear.

When Vinícius and Kylian Mbappé were brought on, Endrick was not among those substituted, as both Ancelotti and Davide agreed that taking him off at that moment was not the best option. Instead, the focus was on boosting his confidence and prioritizing a goal, which positively impacted his self-esteem.

Accordingly, Real Madrid’s coaching staff opted for changes that would benefit the team. It was a moment to enjoy the victory and focus on the result, without dwelling on mistakes or assigning blame to any player, as the team was fully committed to executing their mission. Ultimately, nurturing and developing Endrick was a crucial part of Ancelotti’s plan.