Luka Modric says Carlo Ancelotti 'deserves to continue' as Real Madrid boss after Champions League exit to Man City

Luka Modric has expressed his support for manager Carlo Ancelotti to remain as Real Madrid manager following their devastating 4-0 defeat to Manchester City in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals. Real Madrid have failed to defend their title after losing to Pep Guardiola's side 5-1 on aggregate. Ad The Spanish club will finish the season with the Copa del Rey as the only trophy won, failing to beat rivals Barcelona to both La Liga and the Spanish Super Cup.

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Since he arrived for the second time, he won all the titles. Last year we had an incredible season. »In Copa del Rey, in Champions League, we did very well until today.

That's why I have no doubt about him staying. «He deserves it for everything he does and everything he has done, for what he brings to this team — experience, quality. I think that we play very well, and, as I told you, there's no need to make a drama because of this defeat.» 'We had to swallow the poison' – Guardiola hails Man City reaching CL final 'When do they stop?' — Ferdinand draws City parallels with iconic Barcelona side Toney banned from football for eight months for betting breaches Reflecting on the match against Manchester City, Modric acknowledged the team's shortcomings, admitting that City had been superior.