Davide Ancelotti, son and assistant coach to Carlo Ancelotti, has recounted a remarkable story highlighting the extraordinary work ethic of five-time Ballon d’Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo. Ancelotti revealed that after securing the prestigious award in 2014, Ronaldo’s celebration was minimal, leading him to request additional training sessions to compensate.
Davide Ancelotti on Cristiano Ronaldo’s Unique Work Ethic
Currently serving as assistant coach for the Brazil national team alongside his father, Carlo, Davide Ancelotti has a history of working with his father at prominent clubs including Real Madrid, PSG, Bayern Munich, Napoli, and Everton.
In an in-depth conversation on La Gazzetta dello Sport‘s Triplete podcast, the 36-year-old discussed various topics related to Brazil, Madrid, and Serie A.
During the podcast, Davide Ancelotti shared a striking anecdote about Ronaldo, whom he described as the most impressive and dedicated player he has ever collaborated with. He disclosed that after winning the Ballon d’Or in 2014, Ronaldo permitted himself a single drink to celebrate. Following this modest celebration, Ronaldo returned to Madrid and sought out extra training sessions to make up for his brief indulgence.
“He possesses a unique work ethic,” Davide Ancelotti recalled. “When he won the 2014 Ballon d’Or, Cristiano allowed himself a single flute of champagne to celebrate. Then, during the very first training session after receiving the award, he requested an extra session to compensate for it.”
English Translation:
Davide Ancelotti, son and assistant coach to Carlo Ancelotti, has shared an incredible anecdote about five-time Ballon d’Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo and his work ethic. Ancelotti revealed that after winning the award in 2014, Ronaldo requested extra training sessions to ‘make up for’ his rather modest celebration.
Davide Ancelotti on Cristiano Ronaldo’s ‘Unique’ Work Ethic
Davide Ancelotti is currently serving as assistant coach to his father, Carlo, with the Brazil national team. He has previously worked alongside his dad at Real Madrid, PSG, Bayern Munich, Napoli, and Everton.
The 36-year-old sat down for an in-depth discussion on La Gazzetta dello Sport’s Triplete podcast, discussing all things Brazil, Madrid, and Serie A.
During his chat with La Gazzetta dello Sport, Davide Ancelotti told a remarkable story about Ronaldo, whom he described as the most impressive and dedicated player he has ever worked with. He revealed that after winning the Ballon d’Or in 2014, Ronaldo allowed himself one singular drink to celebrate, and then returned to Madrid seeking extra sessions to make up for it.
“He has a unique work ethic,” Davide Ancelotti recalled. “When he won the 2014 Ballon d’Or, Cristiano allowed himself one flute of champagne to celebrate. Then, at the first training session after the award, he asked for an extra session to make up for it.”
