Carlo Ancelotti, the Real Madrid boss, expressed remorse after Girona defeated his team 4-2 at Estadi Montilivi.
Forward, Valentin Castellanos scored all four goals for the home side, while Vinicius Junior and Lucas Vasquez scored Madrid’s two goals.
Following his team’s collapse, Ancelloti promised to improve before their Copa del Rey final against Osasuna and the Champions League semi-final against Manchester City.
“It must be tough when you lose,” the Italian said after the thrashing.
“The match was bad in defense, and that was the key. We did well on the ball, especially at the beginning, but we were not convincing in the duels. We were caught in two counter-attacks, and from there, everything became more difficult.”
Ancelotti also apologized to the fans, saying,
“I understand that the fans are hurt. We are also hurt. But the fans know that we will be fine in the cup final, as well as in the semi-final (against City). It’s harder to say today, but this match does not represent Madrid. We apologize, but we must look ahead.”
If league leaders Barcelona win away at Rayo Vallecano on Wednesday, Real Madrid could fall 14 points behind, making their run for the title all but over.
