Source:
REUTERS/MARCELO DEL POZO
[Saba
Sports News] During the 16th round of La Liga, Real Madrid secured a 1-1 draw
against Real Betis on their away fixture. Luka Modric started the game but was
substituted in the 70th minute. It is worth noting that Modric expressed his
dissatisfaction with Carlo Ancelotti’s decision to substitute him. After being
taken off the field, Modric discarded the water bottle handed to him by the
support staff and kicked it in a display of frustration. Ancelotti appeared to
sense Modric’s discontent but did not say anything at the moment. After Modric
had calmed down, Ancelotti approached him to engage in a conversation.
Ultimately, it seemed that Ancelotti managed to soothe Modric’s emotions, and
the two concluded their exchange with a friendly handshake. Despite being 38
years old, Modric remains one of the top midfielders in world football.
However, in the current context of Real Madrid’s transition between old and new
players, even Modric finds it challenging to secure the desired playing time.