Carlo Ancelotti: Italian Manager's Historic European Milestones Listed After Real Madrid Victory

• Carlo Ancelotti secured his seventh European Cup, a fifth as a manager, after Real Madrid’s win over Borussia Dortmund
• The decorated Italian tactician is the only manager to have won league titles across Europe’s top five leagues
• Los Blancos' victory marks their 15th European Cup and extends their unbeaten streak in European finals to 11.

Carlo Ancelotti has solidified his status as the most successful coach in the history of European football.

The 64-year-old tactician has now become the first individual to win an extraordinary seven European Cup/Champions League titles, cementing his legacy as a true master of the game.

The Italian had already set the bar high with four Champions League titles, an unmatched feat in the history of European football, and this latest triumph only cements his legendary status.

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His previous victories include two with AC Milan in 2003 and 2007, followed by triumphs with Real Madrid in 2014, 2022, and now in 2024. Additionally, Ancelotti holds a unique record of winning the league title in each of Europe’s top five leagues: Italy, England, Spain, France, and Germany.

His illustrious career is marked by success not only as a coach but also as a player, having won the European Cup twice with AC Milan in 1989 and 1990, per Football Italia.

Here is a list of Carlo Ancelotti's European Cup/Champions League victories:

• 1989: As AC Milan player
• 1990: As AC Milan player
• 2003: As AC Milan manager
• 2007: As AC Milan manager
• 2014: As Real Madrid manager
• 2022: As Real Madrid manager
• 2024: As Real Madrid manager

His composure on the touchline at Wembley, where Los Blancos faced a determined Dortmund outfit, was evident despite his team being outplayed for large portions of the match.

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Die Schwarzgelben entered the final as underdogs but dominated the first half, with Madrid failing to produce a single shot on target. Karim Adeyemi squandered a one-on-one opportunity, and Niclas Fuellkrug saw his effort hit the post.

Ancelotti's tactical acumen, however, shone through in the second half. The Spanish champions began to assert control, and the breakthrough came when veteran right-back Dani Carvajal scored with a header from a Toni Kroos corner in the 74th minute.

The momentum shifted entirely, and Dortmund seemed resigned to their fate. Vinicius Junior sealed the victory with a late goal, ensuring Madrid’s 15th European Cup.

This 64-year-old maestro has seen it all and knows how to navigate the high-stakes environment of European finals.

"It was difficult. I didn't like the level we were playing. In the first half, we suffered; in the second half, we lost the ball less and played better – but those are all trifling details now. We won. The dream continues," Ancelotti said, as quoted by SuperSport.

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Ancelotti speaks on Mbappe links

Sports Brief reported on Ancelotti sharing his thoughts on Kylian Mbappe to Real Madrid rumours.

Despite ongoing speculation regarding the Frenchman's potential move to the Spanish capital, the Italian gaffer has shared his perspective on the matter.

Mbappe has long been a target for Los Blancos, with the Spanish giants previously coming close to securing his signature in 2022.