‘Real’s history and followers make job easy’

Paris, May 29: Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti believes it is easier to with the UEFA Champions League with the Spanish side because of the “club’s history” and the fact that they have an army of committed fans rooting for them wherever they play.
An ecstatic Ancelotti told the media after the record extending 14th UEFA Champions League title that, “It’s easier to win the Champions League with Real Madrid than with any other club because of the club’s history and the fans’ commitment.
“This European Cup has been the most difficult one. What helped us was the fact that everyone thought we couldn’t win and that made the team show commitment, confidence and fight. We’ve created a good atmosphere. Our individual quality has made the difference. We deserved to win this competition. From the last-16, we’ve had to work hard for it, but we’ve never given up,” said the Real manager on realmadrid.com.
He added that it has been a pleasure coaching the side, given there are absolutely no egos, and calmness pervades the dressing room. (IANS)