Former Real Madrid star Gareth Bale, a 5-time Champions League winner, shared his predictions ahead of the upcoming confrontation between the royal team against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League final on Saturday.
In an interview with the Spanish newspaper “AS”, before the final match on Saturday at Wembley Stadium, Bale, who scored 3 decisive goals in the Champions League finals, including a stunning scissor kick against Liverpool in 2018, expressed his happiness at watching the match without the pressure of performing on the stage. The playing field.
He commented, “It’s nice to watch the Champions League final without pressure. It’s something I’m not really used to.”
Bale admitted the enormous pressure when playing for Real Madrid in the Champions League, and said, “It is difficult to explain what the Champions League means. It is clear that it means a lot to the club and the fans. It is the most valuable competition and the focus is on it.”
The Welshman highlighted Real Madrid’s psychological superiority over its opponents, citing their long history and the fear they instill in other teams. He said, “Teams are afraid to play against Real Madrid, and this is very important in the final match.”
Although his final years at the club were controversial, Bale’s deep relationship with Real Madrid remains strong. He stressed, “I was there for a long time. I still watch their matches and look for their results. I still love the team, and I still encourage them, just as I did when I was young.”
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Bale expects Real Madrid to win
Bale is confident that Real Madrid can secure the Champions League title again and win. He explained, “I expect Real Madrid to win 3-0 and lift the cup. They adapt to pressure and know what to expect, which is a big advantage.”
Yale also spoke about the potential impact of Real Madrid winning the title on Jude Bellingham’s career and his chances of winning the Ballon d’Or. He said, “Obviously there is a lot to prove, but Bellingham has already done a lot to win the Ballon d’Or. He has adapted well to the club and had a great first season.” “.
He added, “He won the league, and he has a chance to win the Champions League title in his first season. It’s a wonderful thing, and it gives him the energy to continue.”
Real Madrid is preparing for another attempt to achieve European glory, and lift the continental title for the 15th time in its history, which is a record, while Borussia Dortmund is seeking to win the second title in its history after 1997.