26.08.2014 Ancelotti: We're not in shape, but we have time

The coach of Real Madrid Carlo Ancelotti said after the victory with 2: 0 over Cordoba in the first match of the team in La Liga that the team is still not in optimal shape as it applies for the star Cristiano Ronaldo.

"He is not in optimal condition, but we as a whole have not yet. We need more rhythm, "said Ancelotti. "There was fatigue, because we play in every three days from August 12, and it is not easy to play on every three days in the preseason."

"We were tired. We played just three days ago and it is not easy to immediately get back on the field after such a little break. "

"However, I think we controlled the game. We're still not in the best shape. We have make our game faster, but I'm sure it will happen over time. "

Hames Rodriguez is not impressed with his game at "Santiago Bernabeu" but Ancelotti argued that the Colombian will need time to adjust to a more defensive role in the Real.

"We are testing the Hames little behind. He has to get used to, but has the qualities to handle. "

However, the Italian stated that Rodriguez will get a chance to play and ahead, as he will not play with Benzema, Ronaldo and Bale in every game. "I'm sure the three strikers can not play in all games. That would be impossible. "

Regarding Xabi Alonso leaving the outside starters, Ancelotti said: "Xabi Alonso played two games in a row and I wanted to give him a break. It is hard to be at the level in every three days.