Reflecting on the tactical battle with Osasuna, Ancelotti was keen to point to the difference between the two halves as he said: “The game has been a game we’ve played well, we’ve controlled well. What made the difference was the first goal which allowed us to play with more control, without pressing too high in the other half. In the second half, with more space, we finished the game off.”

Love how open he is unlike Zidane. Ancelloti is actually willing to answer questions.