Ancelotti says who's the best player he has ever seen, it's neither Messi, Haaland nor Mbappe

There is no doubt, Manchester City vs Real Madrid is the most anticipated game of the year and of the entire season. The semifinal of the UEFA Champions League will define the second finalist at the Etihad Stadium, after Inter Milan qualified yesterday against AC Milan.

Among other things, the battle between two fantastic managers like Carlo Ancelotti and Pep Guardiola, two of the best coaches in the history of the sport. Now, Carlo Ancelotti admits who is the best player in the world, and he doesn't talk about Messi, Mbappe or Haaland...

It's about Vinicius Jr, who for Carlo Ancelotti, is already the best player in the world: "He's very good. His way of playing is spectacular. Right now, he's the best, we're close. He contributes a lot. He's a very decisive player Hopefully I can continue like this."

How does Real Madrid arrive?

"We are quite good. We have some doubts about some players who have not yet recovered. Mendy and Ceballos are back, they can play tomorrow. We will evaluate the doubts tomorrow. The team is motivated and encouraged to win tomorrow", commented Carlo.