Real Madrid: Ancelotti’s press conference prior to the Super Cup final against Athletic in Riyadh

Ancelotti spoke later in the microphones of Real Madrid TV

A great final tomorrow to which Real Madrid arrives at a good time: “It’s an important match, like all finals. We arrived with great enthusiasm, eager to do our best and win it”.

What game are you watching tomorrow?: “We have already played twice in December against Athletic. They were two even games, with more control from us. But Athletic is a dangerous team, because they play with a different attitude. They play from behind sometimes, against, very well organized defensively. It’s going to be an even and competitive game”.

Arming yourself morally with a title can be very important for what comes next: “Yes, I think so. It’s a moment and an important psychological aspect to continue with more motivation, more desire. The important thing for the team is to be there: well in the League, well in the Champions League, well in the Copa del Rey. Now begins the important moment of the season.”

Has the team been able to recover well after the effort against Barcelona?: “Yes. The team is very good, with great enthusiasm. These players have the experience to prepare for this type of match. For me it is the simplest job to prepare for this type of match”.