Benzema, due to a thigh injury, missed the semi-final against Al-Ahly of Egypt (4-1) on Wednesday, as did Brazilian defender Eder Militao and Belgian goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois. While Courtois remained in Madrid, Benzema, the Golden Ball holder last season, and Militao joined the team’s mission in Rabat.
And whether he would pay the two players, Ancelotti said, “They arrived yesterday (Thursday) because we think they have a chance to play. Today’s training will be important for them and I think they will have a chance to play. They will train today and then I will decide whether they can play or not.”
The veteran coach continued, “The title will give us more momentum and confidence. We are very close. It was very difficult to get here and we made a lot of sacrifices. I ask the team to enjoy this match and do the best they can, always looking forward to winning”.
Real hopes to win the fifth title in its history and consolidate its record, while Al Hilal is looking to become the first Asian and Arab team to win the title.
Ancelotti spoke about Al-Hilal, which surprised Flamengo, the Brazilian champion of South America, and defeated it 3-2 in the semi-finals, after overcoming Wydad Casablanca, the host and African champion, in the second round. “And players with experience in European leagues. We respect him a lot and he showed his quality by beating Flamengo in the semi-finals.”
Ancelotti expressed his admiration for Argentine coach Al Hilal Ramon Dias, “I remember that he was a great striker and played for major clubs. He was strong physically. We faced him more than once as players, but it was the first from the coach’s seat. I will greet him warmly because I have good memories of him.”
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