Anelka, 31, was suspended by the French Football Federation
after being sent home from the World Cup.
The striker responded by claiming he had already retired from
international football and branded the FFF as 'clowns'.
But Ancelotti does not believe the punishment fits the
crime.
He said: "I think it was unfair for him — 18 games is too
much.
"I don't know what happened there but Anelka is an honest man
and he didn't deserve the decision.
"It is good news for myself because he can stay here to train
during the international break, he can maintain a good
condition.
"But for him it is not good news because every player wants to
play in the national team.
"Anelka has reacted very well. He has taken it with good
spirit."
Anelka is set to retain his place in Chelsea's starting line-up
when they visit Wigan tomorrow.
But Ancelotti has warned his troops not to expect an easy ride
at the DW Stadium — despite their 6-0 thrashing of West Brom on the
opening day.
The Italian added: "It is very important we make a good start,
not just one game. Last year we won the first six games in the
league and we want to do the same.
"I will be happy if we win 1-0. It is important to keep a clean
sheet. Winning 6-0 or 7-0 every week is not football.
"It is important to win and to play well. We have to pay
attention. The last game at Wigan we lost 3-1.
"We have to prepare well for this game and be right mentally.
They caused us a lot of problems there last season, it was our
first defeat, and we want to continue our good start to the
season.
"They started the season badly and lost at home against
Blackpool. They will want to be strong and have power tomorrow to
produce a different game."
