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Davide Ancelotti: My football philosophy, influences and what I learned from Pep Guardiola, Jurgen Klopp and my father Carlo
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Davide Ancelotti: My football philosophy, influences and what I learned from Pep Guardiola, Jurgen Klopp and my father Carlo

Davide Ancelotti, son of Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti, discusses his football philosophy and coaching influences in an exclusive interview. The 36-year-old coach reveals his tactical approach, drawing inspiration from Pep Guardiola, Jurgen Klopp, Roberto de Zerbi, Diego Simeone, Unai Emery, and his father. Davide explains his defensive beliefs in zonal marking, the importance of adapting to players, and his dream of creating a complete team capable of playing in multiple styles. He also discusses his time at Botafogo, his connection with players through literature, and the pressure on his father to end Brazil's 24-year World Cup drought.

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Davide Ancelotti: My coaching identity, influences and what makes a complete team
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Davide Ancelotti: My coaching identity, influences and what makes a complete team

Davide Ancelotti, 36, assistant manager at Everton and son of Brazil boss Carlo Ancelotti, discusses his coaching philosophy and influences in an exclusive interview. He reveals his tactical approach to defence, citing Jose Mourinho, Diego Simeone and Unai Emery as key influences, while also admiring Pep Guardiola's innovation and Jurgen Klopp's high pressing. Davide explains his belief in zonal marking, the importance of creating overloads in midfield, and his dream of building a complete team capable of playing multiple styles. He also discusses his coaching methodology, including his use of books to connect with players, drawing inspiration from NBA coach Phil Jackson.

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