'Anything can happen..' - Carlo Ancelotti shares his views ahead of El Clasico in Spanish Super Cup

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has cautioned fans to expect the unexpected when they meet Barcelona in the Super Cup final. Barcelona defeated Athletic Club 2-0 in the other semifinal, while Los Blancos went to the championship game by defeating Mallorca 3-0.

Over the last several years, El Clasico has witnessed a few significant victories for each team along with some unpredictable scorelines. Barcelona defeated Madrid 4-0 in the La Liga last year at the Santiago Bernabeu in their most recent match. After winning the semi-final match, Ancelotti cited this and said it would be difficult to predict the Clasico's outcome, but he promised it would be a fascinating match.

"The Clasico has been unpredictable lately." "It's hard to think what kind of game the next one will be. It will be entertaining because the pitch is of high quality. And we want to end up being better than Barcelona," Ancelotti told reporters on Thursday.

Jude Bellingham broke the draw in the 63rd minute of Real Madrid's match against Mallorca, but both Martin Valjent and Rodrygo's own goals in stoppage time clinched the victory. According to Ancelotti, his team had a strong first half and ought to have taken the lead. 

Third consecutive El Clasico final 

Carlo Ancelotti has stressed his team's preparation for the next Spanish Super Cup final versus Barcelona. The management of Real Madrid recognised that their opponents presented a challenge. Despite the uncertainties, Ancelotti remained upbeat. "If we lose tomorrow, the season continues. It's a final, and we're very close to another title, and we're thinking positively, but I'm aware that in football anything can happen, especially if the rival is as strong as Barcelona," he explained.

On Sunday, January 12, Real Madrid and Barcelona will compete in the Spanish Cup final. After Barcelona's resounding 4-0 victory at the Santiago Bernabeu, this is the second meeting between the two Spanish powerhouses this season and the third consecutive El Clasico final in this league. Martinez, who is currently in his second season with the organisation, is set to participate in his first Barcelona final and is hoping to win his first title with the group.