)
Chelsea boss Graham Potter makes glowing remarks about Carlo Ancelotti ahead of their UCL meeting
Chelsea’s Graham Potter has praised his future adversary, Carlo Ancelotti, after the Blues were drawn against Real Madrid in the quarterfinals of the UEFA Champions League.
Chelsea draw Real Madrid in the Champions League yet again
Chelsea will face Real Madrid for a third consecutive season in the Champions League after being drawn against Los Blancos in the recently concluded draw and Potter was keen to point out that his team would be facing one of the best managers in the game.
The Blues beat Real Madrid in the semifinals of the UCL in the 2020/21 season and lost to them in the quarterfinals of the 2021/22 season, but both ties were under ex-manager Thomas Tuchel, and the 2022/23 quarterfinal will serve as Potter’s biggest test as Chelsea manager so far.
Speaking ahead of Chelsea’s Premier League game against Everton, Potter reflected on the UCL draw saying, “The feeling is one of excitement, but, you can always lose in the quarterfinal, That’s the nature of the Champions League”
Potter admires Ancelotti’s longevity
On facing one of the most decorated managers in the competition’s history, Potter said, “We will focus on Real Madrid when we get there.
“I don’t know Ancelotti personally, but I faced him when he was at Everton.
“I know he’s a gentleman. It goes without saying, the amount of respect I have for him and what he’s achieved is amazing.
“The length of time between winning Champions Leagues, 20 years, is incredible.”
Potter has faced Ancelotti three times in all competitions but has failed to beat the Italian veteran after losing twice and playing out a draw in the meetings.
Potter will be hoping that Chelsea’s superior head-to-head record against Real Madrid will finally help him get a win over Ancelotti.
Related content
)
12:24 - 17.03.2023
UCL Reunion for Guardiola as Manchester City draw Bayern Munich in the quarterfinal
Manchester City draw Bayern Munich as Chelsea play Real Madrid for the third season in a row
)
17:01 - 17.03.2023
PREMIER LEAGUE Preview: Rejuvenated Chelsea take on Everton and other key games to look forward to this weekend
Chelsea aim to continue their recent good form against a stubborn Everton side and Arsenal will need to shake off their midweek disappointment to continue their march towards glory.
)
19:06 - 11.03.2023
PREMIER LEAGUE 'It's been a really positive week' — Graham Potter comments on Leicester win
Graham Potter praised his team after their convincing victory over Leicester City.
)
06:33 - 08.03.2023
UCL Back to basics for Potter in huge Chelsea win
Chelsea rose to the occasion with a 2-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund that ensured progress to the Champions League quarter-finals and Graham Potter deserves huge credit.
)
13:09 - 04.03.2023
PREMIER LEAGUE 'That’s the mark of a great manager' - Koulibaly heaps praises on under fire Potter
Kalidou Koulibaly believes that one key trait makes Graham Potter a great manager
)
06:58 - 16.03.2023
UCL Real Madrid vs Liverpool: How LaLiga giant took advantage of Klopp's Reds
Real Madrid celebrated a landmark match in the Champions League with another brilliant win to knock Liverpool out of the competition.
)
21:44 - 15.03.2023
UCL Ancelotti hails Osimhen and Kvaratskhelia
Carlo Ancelotti has praised the chemistry between Napoli forwards Victor Osimhen and Kvicha Kvaratskhelia.
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)