Carlo Ancelotti rejected Diego Simeone's request for a sanction against Thibaut Courtois after he “incited” Atletico Madrid fans to throw objects at him during the recent derby. Carlo Ancelotti has dismissed Diego Simeone’s comments in which he asked for a sanction to Thibaut Courtois after he “provoked” the anger of Atletico Madrid fans who threw objects at him during this past derby.

Atlético Madrid manager Diego Simeone has hit out at the behaviour of Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois following their 1-1 draw in La Liga. A dramatic Madrid derby was marred with missiles thrown onto the field of play following Éder Militão's 68th minute strike put Real ahead.