He began his career in his native Reggiolo, although while still a junior player, he moved to Parma. The footballing world began to get acquainted with Ancelotti, who grew to maturity alongside Liedholm at Roma. The Swedish maestro of the bench discovered Carlo playing in Serie C, was captivated by his style of play and taught him all he knew.
Ancelotti took in his Swedish mentor's lessons, and, in a side bursting with stars, began his collection of trophies. While playing for Rome, he won one Italian league championship (Scudetto) and four Italian Cups.
Then when playing under Arrigo Sachi at AC Milan, he won everything, and completed his tactical knowledge. "I taught him to move properly, and the result was that he thought faster than anyone. He was a perfect onfield manager", Sacchi said.
He showed the world that his style of play was ahead of its time, alongside Rijkaard, Donadoni and Evani. And as if this were not enough, he was at the pinnacle of that much-dreaded side of Marco van Basten. One of his bigger opponents, Emilio Butragueño, defines him as "a highly intelligent player, a key component of Sacchi's AC Milan".
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