Zinedine Zidane analyzed in the Movistar Champions League flash interview the triumph of Real Madrid against Inter (3-2) that gives life to the whites in the Champions League. The French coach was satisfied with the work of his team. These are your impressions.
He was more nervous in the second part: “Yes, there is always tension in the game. Its normal. It is a Champions League game, very even and in the end there are three very important points for us. We had to add, we did it with character, suffering against a very good opponent, but we must congratulate the players because it has not been easy ”.
Inter got into the game: “We started very well, pressing up and recovering the ball high. Then when you go 2-0, they score very quickly and then we have a bit of difficulty in continuing with our football. The second half was very close, but in the end, with the third goal that was very nice, we deserve the three points ”.
What happened to Madrid until 3-2? “They came out in the second half better, we did a little worse. Physically they are good, very fast, good offensively. There are difficulties in a match ”.
When the changes work, you are more satisfied: “Yes, the changes are to do something positive and different and we did it. Asensio and Hazard did a good job and you have to go a bit slowly with them. And then with the changes we want to take advantage of the spaces that the rival can leave you ”.
He asks Vinivius and Rodrygo more: “Yes, but we can do more. You have to be happy today because in the end that's what football is, we can't always do it well, you have to enjoy the game. There are many difficulties in the game, Inter are a good team and when you score three points you have to congratulate the players “.
You leave more relieved or happy: “Happy, very happy.”
Later, the Real Madrid coach appeared at a telematic press conference.
Have you seen the result jeopardize much? “It was a good game, we started very well. It's a Champions League game, even, with 2-0, when they put us at 2-1, they do it very fast. And in the second half it was a bit more difficult For us, he was a good opponent. But it was a very good game. We added the three points, I'm happy for the players. We fought until the end, we deserve it. “
What can be said about Ramos? “We know what player he is. I'm happy for him. He has become important to us again, I'm happy for what he's doing.”
Hazard okay? They hit him in the ankle. “It's a strong blow, but it's the other leg, the left one. You don't have to raise it, it's a blow, period. Anyway, for Marco and Eden, we know that they are at a time when they have to work. Marco He has been away for a long time, Eden too, we have to go little by little. They are going well, they must improve. We are all improving. We have to continue like this, without further laps. What we do we do as a team. The effort of a Champions League match it's normal, you had to suffer, but they are three important points. “
How did you see Rodrygo and Vinicius? “I'm very happy for them, the change was to contribute. The play was very good. We had to add the three points and we, with the contribution of Vini and Rodrygo, who scored a very beautiful goal, we have to be happy. But With everyone”.
Does criticism reinforce the team? “The team shows an impressive character, all of them. They can play well, do things well, we know the outside world is there, it's not new. It's a lifetime. We are here to work, we do it as a team, all the year there will be difficulties, there are no easy games. Nobody wins easy. We know that when we play as a team, we are difficult to win. “
The team has conceded again, another two goals. “It's true, but anyway, there is always a balance to be had. There is a rival who are good, they have shown it, especially on the counterattack. Three weeks ago we talked about not scoring, now we fit … We must continue working. It is not easy to achieve both, but we will continue to improve. “
Ramos is months away from finalizing the contract … “As always, he is our captain, our leader. We want him here forever, it is what he is doing, showing that he always wants to. I have no doubt that he will stay and that he will continue to make history.”
Do you follow the news about Maradona? “We send him a message of encouragement, we know the player he has been and the person he is. It has just been 60 years, many of us dedicate a message to him. I hope everything can go well, it is what we want for him and his family.”
Has this team been much doubted? “I don't think so. We are here working. If anyone doubts, it may be, but I don't think there are many people. We have to be together and work as a team. It's what we try to do.”
It is difficult for Madrid to win in Europe, something rare considering the recent past. “It's true, it's very important. Our game in Germany was very very good, drawing was something logical and normal. It is true that today it was equalized, but we deserved to win. They are going to be very complicated games. There are no easy games, we did not enter and we have already won, that no longer exists. It was a final and there will be other finals soon. “