History of Carlo Ancelotti in Timeline
Carlo Ancelotti, nicknamed "Carletto" and "Don Carlo", is an Italian professional football manager and former player, currently managing Real Madrid. Widely considered one of the greatest managers ever, he holds the record for most UEFA Champions League titles won as a manager, with five, in addition to two as a player. He is also the only manager to have participated in six Champions League finals, solidifying his legacy as a highly successful and respected figure in the world of football.
June 1959: Carlo Ancelotti Born
In June 1959, Carlo Ancelotti was born. He is an Italian professional football manager and former player.
1974: Began Career with Parma
In 1974, Carlo Ancelotti began his career with Parma.
1976: Made Professional Debut
In the 1976-77 season, at the age of 18, Carlo Ancelotti made his professional debut in Serie C.
1978: Helped Parma get promoted to Serie B
In the 1978-79 season, Carlo Ancelotti helped Parma get promoted to Serie B.
1978: Helped Parma Qualify for Serie B Play-offs
In the 1978-79 season, Carlo Ancelotti helped Parma to a second place in the Serie C1 girone A, which qualified the team for the Serie B play-offs.
1979: Transferred to Roma
In mid-1979, Carlo Ancelotti transferred to Roma after attracting interest from Inter Milan.
1980: Italy debut
In 1980, Carlo Ancelotti made his Italy national team debut
1980: Won First Coppa Italia Title with Roma
In 1980, Carlo Ancelotti won his first Coppa Italia title with Roma.
January 1981: Scored first goal for Italy
On 6 January 1981, Carlo Ancelotti made his Italy national team debut and scored his first and only goal in the 1980 World Champions' Gold Cup.
1981: Won Second Coppa Italia Title with Roma
In 1981, Carlo Ancelotti secured his second consecutive Coppa Italia title with Roma.
1982: Finished second and third place in the league
In 1981 and 1982, Carlo Ancelotti struggled with knee injuries but led Roma to second and third place league finishes.
1982: Missed World Cup due to injury
In 1982, Carlo Ancelotti missed the World Cup due to a knee injury, even though he was likely to be capped for the campaign.
1983: Won Serie A Title with Roma
In 1983, Carlo Ancelotti helped Roma win the Serie A title, marking the club's second league title in history.
1984: Won Third Coppa Italia Title with Roma
In 1984, Carlo Ancelotti added another Coppa Italia title to his name while playing for Roma.
1984: Reached European Cup Final with Roma
In 1984, Carlo Ancelotti helped Roma reach the European Cup final, though he missed the final due to injury.
1985: Named Roma's captain
In 1985, Carlo Ancelotti was named the team's captain under new club manager Sven-Göran Eriksson.
1986: Won Fourth Coppa Italia Title with Roma
In 1986, Carlo Ancelotti completed his collection with a fourth Coppa Italia title at Roma.
1986: Part of Italy's World Cup Squad
In 1986, Carlo Ancelotti was part of Italy's World Cup squad but did not make an appearance due to fitness issues.
1987: Joined Milan
In 1987, Carlo Ancelotti began playing for Milan, becoming a key part of the squad until 1992.
1988: Won Serie A title with Milan
In 1988, Carlo Ancelotti won the Serie A title with Milan.
1989: Won European Cup with Milan
In 1989, Carlo Ancelotti won the European Cup with Milan.
1990: Finished third place at the FIFA World Cup
In 1990, Carlo Ancelotti and the Italian national team finished in third place at the FIFA World Cup.
1990: Won Second European Cup with AC Milan
In 1990, Carlo Ancelotti secured his second European Cup title as a player with AC Milan, adding to his achievements.
1991: Won Second Serie A title
During the 1991-92 Serie A season, Carlo Ancelotti secured a second Serie A title with Milan under Fabio Capello, though his playing time was limited due to injuries.
1991: Retired from international football
In 1991, Carlo Ancelotti announced his retirement from international football.
May 1992: Final Match and Retirement
On 17 May 1992, Carlo Ancelotti played his final match for Milan, scoring two goals and receiving an ovation, before retiring due to persistent knee injuries.
1992: Finished Playing for Milan
In 1992, Carlo Ancelotti finished playing for Milan, being a key part of the squad since 1987.
1992: Started Coaching Studies at Coverciano
In 1992, Carlo Ancelotti undertook his coaching studies at Coverciano and penned a research article entitled "Il Futuro del Calcio: Più Dinamicità".
1992: Forced into retirement
In 1992, Carlo Ancelotti's playing time was cut short by several injuries, which forced him into retirement at the age of 33.
1994: Assistant manager with the Italy national team
Between 1992 and 1995, Carlo Ancelotti served as an assistant manager with the Italy national team under Arrigo Sacchi, reaching the 1994 World Cup final.
1995: Started managerial career with Reggiana
In 1995, Carlo Ancelotti began his managerial career with Serie B side Reggiana, helping them achieve promotion to Serie A.
1995: Started managing career
In 1995, Carlo Ancelotti started his managerial career, working for Reggiana, Parma and Juventus until 2001.
1996: Joined Parma
In 1996, Carlo Ancelotti joined Parma and made several changes at the club, implementing a 4-4-2 formation.
1997: Baggio's Impeded Transfer
In 1997, Ancelotti was managing Parma and using a 4-4-2 formation that impeded the transfer of Roberto Baggio to Parma. This was due to Ancelotti favoring a rigid system that didn't accommodate creative forwards, which he later regretted.
1997: Impeded Roberto Baggio Transfer
In 1997, Carlo Ancelotti impeded the transfer of Roberto Baggio to Parma, as he did not feel that a player like Baggio would fit into his tactical plans.
February 1999: Appointment as Juventus Manager
In February 1999, Carlo Ancelotti was appointed as the manager of Juventus, succeeding and preceding Marcello Lippi. Ancelotti adjusted the team's formation to accommodate Zinedine Zidane.
June 2001: Dismissal from Juventus
On 17 June 2001, Ancelotti's dismissal from Juventus was announced at half-time during the final league game against Atalanta. Despite winning the match 2–1, Juventus finished second in Serie A.
November 2001: Appointment as Milan Manager
In November 2001, Carlo Ancelotti was appointed as the manager of Milan, following the dismissal of Fatih Terim.
2002: Won Champions League and Coppa Italia with Milan
In 2002-03, Carlo Ancelotti won both the Champions League and Coppa Italia with Milan.
2003: Champions League and Coppa Italia Victories
In 2003, Milan won the Champions League final against Juventus and the Coppa Italia Final over Roma.
2004: Supercoppa Italiana Win & Serie A Runners-up
In 2004, Milan won the Supercoppa Italiana and were Serie A runners-up to Juventus.
2004: UEFA Super Cup and Scudetto Wins
In 2004, with the addition of Kaká, Milan won the UEFA Super Cup over Porto and the Scudetto with an Italian record of 82 points. Shevchenko also finished as the league's top-scorer in 2004.
2005: Champions League Final Loss
In 2005, Ancelotti led Milan to the Champions League final, where they lost to Liverpool on penalties after a 3–3 draw.
2006: Serie A Season Deduction
During the 2006-07 Serie A season, Milan received an eight-point deduction for their role in the Calciopoli scandal, shifting the team's focus to winning the Champions League.
2006: "Christmas Tree" Formation at Milan
In 2006, after Andriy Shevchenko's departure, Ancelotti redesigned Milan's lineup and devised a 4–3–2–1 system known as his "Christmas Tree" formation. This formation featured a lone striker supported by two attacking midfielders and a three-man midfield.
2006: Redesign of Milan's Line-up
In 2006, following the departure of Andriy Shevchenko, Ancelotti redesigned Milan's line-up, devising the "Christmas Tree" formation.
May 2007: Champions League Victory
On 23 May 2007, Milan, coached by Ancelotti, defeated Liverpool 2–1 in the Champions League final held in Athens, marking Ancelotti's second Champions League trophy as Milan coach.
2007: Won Second Champions League with Milan
In 2007, Carlo Ancelotti achieved his second Champions League title with Milan.
June 2008: Son Joins Borgomanero
In June 2008, Ancelotti's son, Davide, joined Borgomanero football club. Davide had previously played in the Milan youth team.
2008: Awarded Serie A Coach of the Year
In 2008, Carlo Ancelotti was awarded the Serie A Coach of the Year award for the second time. He resigned from Milan after the 2008–09 season.
May 2009: Autobiography Published
In May 2009, Ancelotti's autobiography, Preferisco la Coppa, was published. All proceeds from sales of the book went to the Fondazione Stefano Borgonovo to fund research on amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
May 2009: Resignation from Milan
On 31 May 2009, Carlo Ancelotti announced his resignation from Milan after their 2–0 victory over Fiorentina, ending his tenure of 423 games as manager.
June 2009: Appointment as Chelsea Manager
On 1 June 2009, Carlo Ancelotti was confirmed as the new Chelsea manager, succeeding Guus Hiddink and agreeing to a three-year contract. He formally assumed duties on 1 July.
August 2009: Community Shield Victory
On 9 August 2009, Ancelotti won his first trophy as Chelsea manager by winning the Community Shield, beating Manchester United on penalties after a 2–2 draw.
2009: Became manager of Chelsea
In 2009, Carlo Ancelotti became the manager of Chelsea and won the domestic double of the Premier League and the FA Cup in his first season.
2009: Tactical Adaptations at Chelsea
In 2009, upon moving to Chelsea, Ancelotti initially used the 4–4–2 diamond formation. Later in the season, due to player absences, he switched to the 4–3–2–1 "Christmas Tree" formation and also experimented with 4–2–3–1 and 4–3–3 to better utilize creative players.
March 2010: Champions League Elimination
On 16 March 2010, Chelsea, managed by Ancelotti, was eliminated from the Champions League after a 1–3 aggregate loss to Inter Milan.
May 2010: Premier League Title and FA Cup Win
In May 2010, Carlo Ancelotti led Chelsea to win the Premier League title and secured the FA Cup, completing the first ever domestic double for the club.
September 2010: Chelsea's Winning Streak Interrupted
On 23 September 2010, Chelsea lost 3-4 against Newcastle United in the League Cup, interrupting their winning streak.
September 2010: Death of Father
On 29 September 2010, Ancelotti's father died at the age of 87. Ancelotti had been regularly traveling back to Italy to visit his father, who was in poor health.
October 2010: Victory against Arsenal
On 3 October 2010, Chelsea defeated Arsenal 2-0 in the Premier League, marking a strong start in Europe for the team.
November 2010: Defeat Against Liverpool
On 7 November 2010, Chelsea suffered a 0-2 defeat against Liverpool, marking a downturn in their performance.
January 2011: Chelsea Signs Fernando Torres and David Luiz
On 31 January 2011, Chelsea signed Fernando Torres for a British record fee of £50 million and David Luiz for £22 million, strengthening the squad.
January 2011: Defeat Against Wolverhampton Wanderers
On 5 January 2011, Chelsea suffered a 0-1 defeat against Wolverhampton Wanderers, leading Ancelotti to rule out Chelsea's chances of retaining the title.
May 2011: Dismissal from Chelsea
On 22 May 2011, Ancelotti was dismissed as Chelsea manager after a 0–1 defeat against Everton. Chelsea had finished the 2010–11 Premier League in second place.
December 2011: Appointment as Paris Saint-Germain Manager
In December 2011, Carlo Ancelotti was appointed as the new manager of Paris Saint-Germain, replacing Antoine Kombouaré, with the team leading Ligue 1 at the time.
2011: Became manager of Paris Saint-Germain
In 2011, Carlo Ancelotti became the manager of Paris Saint-Germain.
2011: Dating Mariann Barrena McClay
In 2011, it was announced that Ancelotti was dating Canadian businesswoman Mariann Barrena McClay, eventually leading to their marriage.
March 2012: First Defeat as PSG Manager
In March 2012, Carlo Ancelotti experienced his first defeat as manager of PSG in a Coupe de France quarter-final against Lyon, followed by their first Ligue 1 defeat under Ancelotti against Nancy later that month.
May 2013: Ligue 1 Title and Request to Leave PSG
In May 2013, Carlo Ancelotti led PSG to clinch the Ligue 1 title with two matches to spare. On May 19, 2013, he requested to leave the club to join Real Madrid.
June 2013: Appointment as Real Madrid Manager
In June 2013, Carlo Ancelotti was appointed as the manager of Real Madrid, succeeding José Mourinho. He signed a three-year contract and was introduced with Zinedine Zidane and Paul Clement as his assistants. Isco and Asier Illarramendi were signed, while Gonzalo Higuaín was sold.
August 2013: First League Game as Real Madrid Manager
On August 18, 2013, Carlo Ancelotti managed his first league game as Real Madrid manager, starting the season with a 2–1 home win against Real Betis, and implementing a 4-3-3 formation.
April 2014: Copa del Rey Title and Champions League Final
In April 2014, Carlo Ancelotti won his first major trophy as Real Madrid manager by defeating Barcelona in the Copa del Rey final. On April 29, 2014, Real Madrid defeated Bayern Munich to reach the Champions League final.
July 2014: Marriage to Mariann Barrena McClay
In July 2014, Ancelotti married Canadian businesswoman Mariann Barrena McClay in Vancouver.
December 2014: FIFA Club World Cup Title and FIFA World Coach of the Year Nomination
In December 2014, Carlo Ancelotti led Real Madrid to their first FIFA Club World Cup title, capping off a Spanish record of 22 consecutive victories. Also, in December 2014, Ancelotti was nominated as one of the three finalists for the 2014 FIFA World Coach of the Year Award.
2014: Awarded the Miguel Munoz Trophy
In 2014-2015, Carlo Ancelotti was awarded the Miguel Munoz Trophy.
January 2015: Induction into Italian Football Hall of Fame
In January 2015, Carlo Ancelotti was inducted into the Italian Football Hall of Fame and won the IFFHS 2014 Award as The World's Best Club Coach.
May 2015: Sacked as Real Madrid Manager
In May 2015, Carlo Ancelotti was relieved of his duties as Real Madrid manager, despite having won the hearts of the board and fans and leading them to La Décima.
May 2015: Dismissed from Real Madrid
In May 2015, despite winning more trophies and being awarded the Miguel Muñoz Trophy in 2014–15, Carlo Ancelotti was dismissed from Real Madrid.
December 2015: Appointment as Bayern Munich Manager
In December 2015, it was confirmed that Carlo Ancelotti would replace Pep Guardiola as manager of Bayern Munich for the 2016–17 season, signing a three-year contract.
2015: Analysis of Management Style
In 2015, Miguel Delaney of ESPN analyzed Ancelotti's management style, suggesting that his relaxed approach is better suited for cup competitions. Delaney contrasted this style with more autocratic managers like Pep Guardiola, Alex Ferguson, and José Mourinho, who have historically amassed better domestic records.
July 2016: First Training Session as Bayern Munich Manager
In July 2016, Carlo Ancelotti had his first training session as Bayern Munich manager on July 11, 2016, and his first match was a pre-season win against SV Lippstadt.
August 2016: First Trophy as Bayern's Manager
In August 2016, Carlo Ancelotti won his first trophy as Bayern's manager by defeating Borussia Dortmund in the 2016 DFL-Supercup, with a score of 2-0. On August 26, 2016, in his Bundesliga debut, Bayern defeated Werder Bremen 6-0.
2016: Became manager of Bayern Munich
In 2016, Carlo Ancelotti became the manager of Bayern Munich and won the Bundesliga title in his first season.
May 2018: Appointment as Napoli Head Coach
In May 2018, Carlo Ancelotti was appointed as head coach of Napoli, signing a three-year contract and replacing Maurizio Sarri.
2018: Started managing Napoli
In 2018, Carlo Ancelotti started his stint at Napoli.
January 2019: Became a Grandfather
In January 2019, Ancelotti became the grandfather of twins, born to his son Davide's wife, Ana Galocha.
December 2019: Appointment as Everton Manager
In December 2019, Carlo Ancelotti was appointed as manager of Everton on a four-and-a-half-year contract.
December 2019: Dismissal as Napoli Manager
In December 2019, Carlo Ancelotti was dismissed as manager of Napoli, despite a 4–0 home win against Genk in the Champions League that ensured advancement to the round of 16, due to the team's position in Serie A.
March 2020: Sent Off During Match Against Manchester United
In March 2020, Carlo Ancelotti was sent off after a conversation with the referee Chris Kavanagh, who had ruled out a late match-winning goal against Manchester United due to a VAR decision.
2020: Signed James Rodríguez, Allan, Ben Godfrey, Abdoulaye Doucouré, Niels Nkounkou and Robin Olsen
During the close-season of 2020, Ancelotti signed his former players James Rodríguez and Allan, along with Ben Godfrey, Abdoulaye Doucouré, Niels Nkounkou and loanee Robin Olsen for Everton.
February 2021: Home Burglary
In February 2021, Ancelotti's home in Crosby was burgled. A safe was stolen but later found dumped in a nearby car park, its contents stripped.
June 2021: Resignation from Everton to Rejoin Real Madrid
In June 2021, Carlo Ancelotti resigned from his position at Everton to rejoin Real Madrid, signing a contract until 2024.
September 2021: Reached Milestone of 800 League Matches
In September 2021, Carlo Ancelotti reached the milestone of 800 league matches with clubs from the top five European leagues.
2021: Returned to Real Madrid
In the summer of 2021, Carlo Ancelotti returned to Real Madrid.
November 2022: Broke Champions League Victory Record
In November 2022, Carlo Ancelotti broke Ferguson's record for most victories in the Champions League, with 103 victories after a 5–1 win over Celtic, leading Real Madrid to top their group and advance to the round of 16.
2022: Simple Football Philosophy
In 2022, Ancelotti expressed his coaching philosophy, stating that he prefers to keep football simple and is not obsessive. He emphasized instructing players more on the defensive aspects and allowing creativity in attack.
2022: Second in the 2022 Best FIFA Men's Coach award
In 2022, Ancelotti placed second in the 2022 Best FIFA Men's Coach award, behind winner Lionel Scaloni.
2022: Won La Liga–Champions League double with Real Madrid
In 2022, Carlo Ancelotti won a La Liga–Champions League double with Real Madrid.
2022: Balanced Approach and Adaptability
In 2022, during his second spell at Real Madrid, Ancelotti was praised for his balanced approach, adaptability, and man-management abilities. He emphasized his evolving training methodology and the importance of player relationships, and gave Benzema a free attacking role which enabled the striker to be extremely prolific.
February 2023: Fifth FIFA Club World Cup Trophy
In February 2023, Carlo Ancelotti guided Real Madrid to a fifth FIFA Club World Cup trophy, defeating Al Hilal 5–3 in the final.
September 2023: 173rd Madrid Win
On 17 September 2023, Ancelotti secured his 173rd win as Real Madrid's coach with a 2-1 victory over Real Sociedad, surpassing Zinedine Zidane to become the coach with the second-most wins in the club's history.
October 2023: Honorary Doctorate
On 11 October 2023, Ancelotti received an honorary doctorate from the University of Parma for his research in "Sciences and Techniques of Preventive and Adapted Motor Activities".
2023: Comments on Coaching Style
In 2023, Ancelotti commented on his coaching style, distinguishing it from the new generation of coaches who provide too much information to players in possession. He defended his "old-school" approach by citing his longevity and success as evidence of his adaptability.
2023: Champions League and UEFA Super Cup Trophies
In 2023, Real Madrid defeated Borussia Dortmund 2–0 to win their 15th Champions League trophy, and Ancelotti secured his fifth title. Two months later, on August 14, 2023, he won his record fifth UEFA Super Cup trophy.
April 2024: Champions League Quarter-Finals and Semi-Finals
In April 2024, during the Champions League quarter-finals, Ancelotti became the first manager to make 200 appearances in the competition. On April 17, 2024, Real Madrid overcame Manchester City on penalties to reach the semi-finals, equalling Guardiola's record of reaching the Champions League semi-finals on ten occasions.
2024: Won Second La Liga–Champions League double with Real Madrid
In 2024, Carlo Ancelotti won a Second La Liga–Champions League double with Real Madrid.
2024: Tactical Flexibility Highlighted
In the lead-up to the 2024 Champions League final, Ancelotti discussed his tactical flexibility. He highlighted instances where he adapted his approach based on the opponent, such as instructing his team not to press Shakhtar Donetsk and defending in a low block against Manchester City. He also compensated for the departure of Benzema by using a 4–3–1–2 formation with Jude Bellingham as a goalscoring attacking midfielder. Real Madrid won another Liga–Champions League double that season.
June 2026: Contract Extension with Real Madrid
In December 2023, Real Madrid announced that Ancelotti agreed to a contract extension until 30 June 2026, despite previous links to the Brazil national football team's head coach position. This ensures Ancelotti will remain with Real Madrid until June 2026.
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