Carlo Ancelotti expressed uncertainty about his coaching future following Real Madrid's Champions League quarterfinal exit to Arsenal, acknowledging the possibility of a change as his contract nears expiration. The 2-1 defeat at Santiago Bernabeu marked Madrid's elimination, the first time since 2020 that the club failed to reach the semifinals of the competition. Ancelotti, the most successful coach in Champions League history with five titles, remains unsure if he will lead the team at the upcoming Club World Cup in June.
Despite the setback, Ancelotti emphasized gratitude towards the club and focused on motivating the team for the remaining season challenges, including closing the four-point gap with Barcelona in La Liga and preparing for the Copa del Rey final against their archrivals in Seville. The coach refused to dwell on blame and reiterated his commitment to steering Madrid's pursuit for league success and cup victory, maintaining his dedication to the tasks ahead.