Real Madrid secured their place in the Champions League quarterfinals following a dramatic penalty shootout victory against Atlético Madrid. However, much of the discussion afterward has centered on the penalty disallowed by VAR for Julián Álvarez, which ultimately swung the shootout in Real Madrid's favor. Despite the ongoing debate, Carlo Ancelotti is eager to move past the incident and focus on the future.

When asked about the controversy surrounding the referee's decision, Ancelotti seemed unconcerned. "I didn't realize all the fuss," the coach remarked, stressing that "for us, the game is over." This succinct response reflected his desire to put the Euroderby behind him and look ahead to Real Madrid’s upcoming fixtures.

Ancelotti also addressed questions about IFAB Rule 14, which led to the penalty's cancellation. While he acknowledged the ongoing debate, he noted, "The rule is what it is," and emphasized that his focus is now on the next La Liga match.

However, the Italian coach did express frustration with the tight schedule, questioning why his team had to play again so soon after a grueling Champions League encounter. "I hope one day we can change this schedule," he said, hinting at the toll of potentially playing 72 matches in a season.

Despite the challenges, Ancelotti is optimistic about the team's position in all competitions. "I've thought that despite all the difficulties, we are still in the three most important competitions," he noted. He highlighted that this season has been different compared to his previous years in charge, where Real Madrid was eliminated early from some tournaments. "This year we're in everything," he concluded, emphasizing the team's strong prospects moving forward.

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