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Zidane happy to fulfill Ancelotti's prophecy

Zinedine Zidane was an assistant the last time Real Madrid won the Champions League, but now he is aiming to emulate Carlo Ancelotti.

MILAN — Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane is hoping to emulate Carlo Ancelotti in Saturday's Champions League final.

Zidane was an assistant to the Italian when Madrid saw off city rival Atletico 4-1 following extra time in Lisbon to lift the European Cup for the 10th time two years ago.

Now, Zidane is in charge – having taken over from Rafael Benitez in January – and Madrid stands on the brink of a second title in three seasons.