Spain coach Vicente del Bosque has paid tribute to the work of Carlo Ancelotti at Real Madrid.

Del Bosque, himself, is a former Real coach.

"He is a gentleman, a sportsman. Everyone likes him.

"He is doing something extraordinary at Real Madrid. Hierro's contribution is also great. Ancelotti's work also needs people around him to help out. They're a great team and this must surely be one of the best Real teams of all time."

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