Carlo Ancelotti defends Real Madrid's decision to boycott the 2024 Ballon d'Or ceremony after Vinicius Júnior was overlooked, as he faces Rodri’s Manchester City.

Carlo Ancelotti has defended Real Madrid’s decision to boycott last year’s Ballon d’Or awards ahead of his team’s Champions League playoff at Manchester City.

Carlo Ancelotti defended Real Madrid's decision not to attend last year's Ballon d'Or ceremony ahead of their first leg tie against Man City

Carlo Ancelotti expects the winners of the Champions League to emerge from the new ‘Clasico’ between Real Madrid and Manchester City. The two European heavyweights have clashed in the latter stages of the competition in the last three seasons – with the victor going on to lift the trophy – and they meet again in this year’s play-off round.

Vinícius Júnior's frustration extended beyond the disallowed goal; he visibly clashed with teammates Dani Ceballos and Fran García. Footage showed him complaining to Ancelotti about Ceballos's lack of passes to the wing.

Carlo Ancelotti said "football people don't understand" penalties like the one awarded to Atlético Madrid in their 1-1 derby draw with Real Madrid on Saturday.

The situation surrounding Vinicius Jr. at Real Madrid is becoming increasingly complicated. According to SPORT, Carlo Ancelotti faces the challenge of fitting all the Galacticos into the starting

Real Madrid head to Manchester City for a vital UEFA Champions League Round of 16 playoff first leg on February 11. Los Blancos have slipped into the newly-formatted playoffs, alongside their old foes from Manchester,