There is an unwritten rule in the Champions League that says that who speaks at a press conference, is the owner. Well, Real Madrid, on the eve of the assault on the Etihad, has chosen the ‘Falcon’ Valverde to take the floor. And she has done it by demonstrating, once again, that his maturity is already a reality. That he no longer fears the gallons. Not to City: “When you wear this shirt you want to win everything. That is part of the glory of Real Madrid”.
Press conference
How much does the history of Madrid weigh?
Much. Young people are prepared to face every moment. When you wear this shirt you want to win it all. That is part of the glory of Real Madrid. Any competition fights it to the fullest and is the favorite to win it.
Why didn’t Odegaard achieve Madrid’s level at Arsenal?
He is a great player and a great person. He has all the qualities to get what he wants. Wish you the best.
What have you learned from the games you played against Manchester City?
It’s a great team. They have been working together for many years. That raises a very big dynamic. They know what they play, the positions, the unchecks they have to do, what to do when they lose the ball. We are prepared to reverse their qualities and do our thing.
What do you think of the style that Guardiola’s teams practice?
That would also have to be discussed by him as Manchester coach. City plays very well, it is well worked. Whether some people like them or not is no longer our concern.
Do they have a personality or a special character that doesn’t burn the ball playing for Madrid in the Champions League?
If we play for Madrid, we are prepared to face all kinds of situations. Young people must show that apart from providing energy, we have character.
His season has been a roller coaster. How would you summarize your year?
One always learns and improves day by day, and more with the teammates I have and the club I’m in. I started as a starter, everything was positive; then I lost my place in eleven, it was a downturn and I got injured. I carried out my delivery and worked to get my position. I hope I don’t lose it anymore.
What effects do comebacks have in the locker room?
We are prepared for everything. In Paris it cost us a lot and on the return leg with the support of the fans we reversed the situation. With Chelsea it was different and in the second leg we had to suffer.
In which position do you feel most comfortable?
I always try to give my best to the team where the coach understands. In the middle I feel more comfortable, being more vertical and helping in defense. On the right, sometimes that gets lost a bit. If my grain of sand is contributing there, welcome.
Tomorrow you play more with your heart or with your head?
Part of the two. The head plays an important role. The heart is what gives you everything to play the 90 minutes with maximum dedication.
In #Vamos: what is played?
In this week we have the whole year, all the effort and sacrifice we made in the League, in the Champions League, in each training session.