Carlo Ancelotti spoke after Real Madrid beat Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League final, being interviewed on the pitch to say, “you can never get used to this, because it was difficult, more than expected. We suffered a lot in the first half, in the second half we were better, we had fewer losses. This is a dream that continues.”

Ancelotti on the recipe for success

“Having a good team, good players and a great club. Also, a club with a lot of history.”

Ancelotti on changes at half-time

“I pushed Vinícius because I think we were a bit lazy in the first half and they played how they wanted to play. They came out on the counter-attack and were very dangerous.”

Ancelotti on the difficulties Dortmund posed

“They were better in the first half. They played what they wanted to do, which was to defend and counter-attack. After that we were better. It was difficult. We defended set-pieces, which was their main threat. But then they also suffered in this way.”

Ancelotti on his hug with Kroos

“It’s a bit of a sad moment, but he wanted to finish like that.”

Ancelotti on Kroos’ retirement

“Kroos has finished his career in the best way. Everyone would like to retire like that. A fantastic career. We feel a lot of sadness but we have to respect his decision.”

Ancelotti on how he will celebrate

“A cigar. And Cibeles. “Tomorrow cigar, glasses, singing, dancing, we’ll do everything.”