In an explosive and deeply unexpected turn of events, Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti has publicly criticised club president Florentino Pérez and the entire squad, accusing them of a lack of respect and internal sabotage — a stunning confession that has sent shockwaves across the footballing world.
“I was never respected here — not by the president, not by many of the players,” Ancelotti said during a post-match interview filled with visible frustration. “You can’t build success on ego and politics. That’s why this club is collapsing from within.”
The dramatic outburst follows a series of disappointing performances, including the recent crushing defeat that ended Real Madrid’s Champions League hopes. While fans initially blamed tactical errors and player fatigue, Ancelotti’s comments paint a darker picture of internal chaos and fractured leadership.
According to sources close to the club, tensions between Ancelotti and Florentino Pérez had been brewing for months — particularly over transfers, locker room control, and interference in line-up decisions. Several veteran players are also rumored to have clashed with Ancelotti over training intensity and squad rotation policies.
“You can’t win trophies when half the team thinks they run the club, and the president is more concerned with headlines than harmony,” the Italian tactician added.
The statement has triggered an immediate media frenzy. Spanish sports outlets are reporting that a resignation or dismissal may be imminent, with Real Madrid board members allegedly holding emergency talks late into the night.
Fans are torn — while some express sympathy for Ancelotti’s honesty and integrity, others feel the timing of his comments is damaging and destabilizing during a crucial phase of the season.
Meanwhile, no official response has come from Florentino Pérez, but insiders say the president is “furious” and views Ancelotti’s comments as “a betrayal and a declaration of war.”
With the locker room divided, leadership under scrutiny, and results faltering, the once-mighty Real Madrid now faces more than just a trophyless season — it faces a full-blown institutional collapse.
Stay tuned. The Bernabéu is burning.
