Manchester City defender Ruben Dias has cheer up his teammates ahead of their Champions League knockout playoff against Real Madrid on February 11, saying that chances are for the brave and that faith never gives up.
City had a tough run through the Champions League play-offs after a late League Phase victory. Meaning they would not automatically qualify for the last 16 or even be seeded. Leaving them with a tough challenge as 15-time European champions.
This means that they will have to face ‘Los Blancos’ for แทงบอล UFABET ราคาดีที่สุด ไม่มีขั้นต่ำ the fourth consecutive season. With their past performances successfully breaking the barrier only 1 out of 3 times.
The poor head-to-head record has worried fans of the ‘Cityzens’ or new players who have no experience in high-stakes games like this. But as a senior player, Dias asks everyone to have faith. He hopes to get his hand raise again like in 2023, when the champions were crown.
“Since I’ve been here, this has been the toughest season,” the player said, who just celebrated his 200th appearance for the Citizens.
“But I still believe with all my heart that once you get through the challenges. You will be able to achieve beautiful goals.”
“We know it’s going to be tough to get there, but we have to have faith in what we have in the locker room.”
“If you are filled with faith to do good, whatever you think will come to fruition.”
“Honestly, playing against Real Madrid is the toughest opponent you can face in the Champions League. We know what we are up against.”
“I wouldn’t say it was stressful, but it’s definitely one of the toughest games you can ever play.”
“We have come across many teams with players who can make a difference to the game – but that’s the nature of Champions League football.”
“Madrid are the most flexible team out there. We need a solid backline – the more solid we can be, the more chances we can give ourselves.”