Xabi Alonso and the match against Miami: “The club is protecting its interests, so we’ll see what happens”

Xabi Alonso He appeared before the media on Wednesday to talk about tomorrow’s match between Turin’s Bernabéu and Juventus (9pm), the third day of the Champions League. In addition to talking about that match, the Basque also commented on other aspects of Real Madrid’s current situation.

match against juventus

“This is a classic European game. They have played against us many times and I have played in them too. We look very prepared. We want to win the Champions League for the third time and we want to get off to a very good start. We need a stadium. People go to the Bernabéu because they want to see a big game. We have to give it to them so they can respond too.”

How far will the club go in the showdown with Miami?

“You have asked me several questions about this match, but I have already answered them and my opinion is clear. The club is protecting its interests and we will see what happens.”

Cause of Neo Vinicius

“The reason is that Vinicius is very good and fundamental. Decisive. It’s nice to see Vinicius smiling and having fun. We talked about the impact he can have and how he can change the game. We need him to focus on the game and what he’s good at. His daily routine is good and his reactions in the match are also very good.”

Comparison between Vern Güller and Ozil

“Yes, it’s not just where they come from. It’s the combination of Ozil and Guti. Guti had the quality to play in the build-up and the last pass. Same with Mesut. We had a lot of fun with Ozil. The more we found Arda, the more we improved. We have to keep pushing him. We are very happy with him.”

Endrik and possible transfer

“I already answered the other day, but we are not at that stage yet. The competition for the top is fierce. We have to prepare for each game. Endrik, Gonzalo and Brahim need to be ready. They will be there, because there are a lot of games and we need to prepare. This is elite and we need a lot of good players.”

This Real Madrid needs Xabi Alonso

“I hope it doesn’t happen (laughs). We are going to go all the way with this team. We are growing, we can play well, we can always compete. We have a complete team with different qualities. A dynamic with the potential to grow. Our job is to invest in them so that they get better at the end of the season. We want to compete now, and we’re doing it well with the ambition to improve.”

Juventus vs. Como, Nicopas match

“Yes, I saw it. Como played a very well-planned match by Cesc. Let’s hope Juve are different. We know Juve well. Nico has taken a very smart step since last year. Looking to the future, now is not the time.”

Juventus lacked quality or just bad moments

“We are wary of Juve tomorrow. Any Italian who plays poorly can be dangerous. We don’t remember how Milan got there, but we remember how the game was. We don’t need to forget history. Juve was and is It’s a great team, we have very good players, and Yildiz is one of them. He has developed very well. He was at Bayern when I was there, so I’m very happy to see him develop.”

Loss, Juventus and Clasico

“Looking at tomorrow, I don’t think either Huisen, Trent or Carvajal will arrive. We will give the final report on Saturday.”

mbappe

“It’s not just the goals. His influence is just as important for his teammates to follow him, with and without the ball. He’s helping us. He’s scoring goals everywhere. It’s not just the scoring, it’s the influence that the team needs. Personally, Kylian is in a very good period. He does things for a reason, so he has to understand it very well. That’s why he is performing so well.

The role of Courtois and Casillas

“Tib is the best in the world. He is also interested in the game. In the future he could be a coach. It’s important for a coach to have connections with players who want to understand football. I had great things with Iker. We can’t be together anymore. Now I have Tib, but Iker is Iker.”

Camavinga

“We have just started signing Eduardo. He has only been here for a few weeks, but the last three weeks have been dynamic. He hasn’t played for Madrid for a long time, but he has done a lot of things well. As a midfielder he has dynamism and has a very different way of passing through the lines than other players. His personal qualities should fit into the team.”

Mastatuono

“He is an 18-year-old who recently arrived. We have to invest in him and help him. We are happy that he can be with us.”

Juventus danger

“Juve are a very tactically rich team. They change positions often and rotate well. If we don’t adjust well, we can lose our balance. In that respect, we have to be good with the ball, position ourselves vertically and take the game where we want to go.”

Zidane and the Champions League final, Real Madrid vs. Juventus

“Zidane will definitely have a fresh game, but I remember that they dominated from start to finish. What they did was amazing. I have a lot of respect for Zizou.”