Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti says Champions League opponents Juventus was a difficult experience.

Real will meet Juve in the first-leg of their semifinal tonight.

"I Coached here for two years, and my relationship with the fans was fine," Ancelotti said.

"I learned so much at this club. I had problems with some sections of the support, but what can I say? The two years I spent here helped me to grow."