Ancelotti visits Real Madrid training, reunites with squad ahead of Betis clash

Former Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti returned to the club’s training complex in Valdebebas on Thursday, September 3, 2026, ahead of their LaLiga match against Real Betis this Saturday. As the current head coach of Brazil, Ancelotti reunited with old friends, checked the fitness of Real Madrid’s Brazilian players, and took photos with the squad—including present manager Jose Mourinho and recent signings Denzel Dumfries and Marc Cucurella. He used a few days off to attend a training session with his former team and will announce his squad for Brazil’s upcoming internationals next week.

For Nigerian football fans who follow European clubs, the Brazilian national team, or Jose Mourinho’s stint at Real Madrid, this visit highlights the personal connections that can shape player morale and fuel transfer talk. It also shows how top coaches maintain relationships across clubs and national teams, a dynamic that often influences behind‑the‑scenes decisions.

If you track Brazil’s squad selections, watch for Ancelotti’s announcement next week to see which Real Madrid Brazilians might earn call‑ups. If you support Real Madrid, note the visible camaraderie between the former coach and current players as the team prepares for Saturday’s Betis clash.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/03/ancelotti-returns-to-real-madrid/