Micah Richards reveals Carlo Ancelotti’s ‘massive’ remark about Liverpool

With Carlo Ancelotti’s side struggling for form ahead of their November visit to Anfield, Liverpool saw a golden opportunity to set the record straight. Using the opportunity they did just that. Goals from Alexis Mac Allister and Cody Gakpo secured a commanding 2-0 victory for the Reds. The defeat prompted Ancelotti to adjust his tactics, aiming to better handle high-pressing teams like Liverpool.

However, according to pundit Micah Richards, Ancelotti’s post-match remarks went beyond tactical changes, revealing something even more significant.

Ancelotti showers Liverpool with high praise

Carlo Ancelotti shares a rather fascinating history with Liverpool, having faced them in three Champions League finals. While he triumphed in two of those clashes, the 2005 defeat in Istanbul remains a fault on his illustrious career.

In 2019, Ancelotti took charge at Everton and ended their long-standing Anfield curse, guiding the Toffees to a historic win at Liverpool’s ground — though it came in front of an empty stadium. This time, however, it was Ancelotti and his Real Madrid side who suffered defeat. Speaking on The Rest Is Football, Micah Richards revealed that Ancelotti appeared genuinely impressed by Liverpool’s performance.

Micah Richards revealed that Carlo Ancelotti had high praise for Liverpool following their Champions League clash.

“I was in the press conference with Ancelotti after the Real Madrid game as well and he was saying Liverpool are the best team they’ve played in the Champions League,” says the former Man City man.

“I think that’s massive coming from the Real Madrid manager. Yeah, they look dangerous at this moment in time.”

Receiving such high praise from arguably one of the best coaches in the world is a significant achievement for Liverpool and Arne Slot. In his first season at the helm, Slot has transformed Liverpool into genuine contenders for the treble.

Liverpool’s impressive form continues as they remain one of the toughest teams to beat, with Arne Slot’s influence taking hold. They are now set to face Fulham next, looking to extend their unbeaten run and keep their title hopes alive.