'Ancelotti's farewell' animation went viral: 'Funny but true' Arda Güler twist!

Real Madrid is counting days towards bidding farewell to Carlo Ancelotti, a figure synonymous with historic successes for the Spanish giants. With Ancelotti poised to embark on a new chapter leading the Brazilian National Team, common talking point is the nature of his departure and how the esteemed Italian coach will signal his goodbye to the Madridistas. When you talk about Carlo Ancelotti, it's impossible not to consider one of his most significant attributes, often cited by many analysts as the "secret to his success": the strong bond of trust and friendship he cultivates with his players.

Within this context, the question of how the players themselves will bid farewell to 'Don Carlo' becomes a poignant matter. Capturing this very sentiment, animator and cartoonist Hamid Sahari created a video offering an intriguing perspective on Ancelotti's farewell, featuring a notable detail concerning Arda Güler. The animation, which has rapidly gone viral across social media platforms, opens with Real Madrid President Florentino Perez appearing content, seemingly embracing (and oddly embraced by) the arrival of his new favored coach, Xabi Alonso. In the background, Ancelotti is depicted in a wistful pose, waving goodbye to his team before boarding the plane that will take him to Brazil.

The moment when Carlo Ancelotti bid farewell to Real Madrid. 🙁 pic.twitter.com/zPeA9QSUa5

— Hamid sahari (@Hamidsahari20) April 29, 2025

The scene portrays a mix of emotions among the players. Some are shown struggling to hold back tears, visibly emotional about their coach's departure. Adding a touch of international connection, Brazilian players find solace in a banner held aloft, reminding everyone, "See you soon," referencing their upcoming reunion with Ancelotti on the national stage. Other figures in the animation include Hansi Flick, present with a sign that humorously reads, "Sorry, brother," and Antonio Rüdiger, surprisingly cradling Manchester City star Erling Haaland in his arms. Ancelotti's reliable utility player, Lucas Vazquez, is shown having a tantrum and a crying fit.

Then, positioned at the very back of the group, appears Arda Güler. The young Turkish national star initially seems to be crying, mirroring the sorrow of his teammates. However, the video delivers a clever twist: we realize he is actually smiling behind a mask designed to look like he is weeping. The animation concludes with this revealing image. This viral video is widely interpreted as a manifestation of the nearly global consensus regarding Arda Güler's limited playing time under Ancelotti at Real Madrid this season.

Of course Arda Güler undoubtedly considers himself fortunate to have had the opportunity to work under a legend like 'Don Carlo' and would likely offer his sincere thanks to Ancelotti, the final image suggests another layer of feeling.

It is quite understandable that Arda might also feel a sense of excitement, recognizing that a new beginning at Real Madrid could simultaneously represent a fresh opportunity for him to secure more consistent playing time and further develop his potential. The animation subtly captures this dual reality. Only time will tell how Arda's future at Real Madrid will ultimately unfold under a new coaching regime.