Carlo Ancelotti proud of unforgettable years at Real Madrid

Carlo Ancelotti expressed pride in the legacy he built during his second stint at Real Madrid, describing the four years as "unforgettable" and filled with cherished memories. As he prepares to take the reins of five-time world champions Brazil, the Italian manager said he will leave the Spanish capital with nothing but fond memories.

"There have been some unforgettable years that I'll carry dearly close to my heart," Ancelotti told reporters at a press conference ahead of Real Madrid's LaLiga clash with Mallorca. With his departure now public following the Brazilian FA's announcement, the focus had clearly shifted away from domestic matters.

"Football, like life itself, is full of adventures that begin but eventually have to end. I always knew that one day it would come to an end my time here at Real," he said. "It has been a wonderful period which is coming to an end. A great time. But if even life comes to an end, imagine what it's like when a period with a football team comes to an end."