The club World Cup has been strongly criticized in recent weeks, but the Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois did not appreciate, he who hopes to celebrate his victory later this month.
“We know that the level of the Club World Cup is high. Believing the four tweeters who claim the opposite is an error. Everyone who knows football know the level of teams. »»
“We have to examine the shades of the tournament, the dates that we must play. For example, the League of Nations just before is not ideal, it does not leave much time to rest. We have to look for a better balance, and it will then be a very beautiful tournament. »»
Real Madrid qualified for the quarterfinals of the Club World Cup after its victory against Juventus on Tuesday
Thibaut Courtois returns to the defensive form of Real Madrid
Courtois kept his second consecutive inviolated cage during the 1-0 victory against Juventus on Tuesday in the round of 16, and he admitted to be satisfied with the defensive structure of Real Madrid under the direction of Alonso.
“The defensive commitment of the whole team was excellent. This is what matters, we did an excellent job. Not to take a goal is always better. »»
“I don't think it's due to the fact that we are always three in defense, it depends on the time of the match and the movements of the opponent. Tchouameni is a defensive pivot that can play in central defense and help. If everyone runs like today or as against Salzburg, it is very difficult for the opponent to score goals against us. »»
After his victory against Juventus, Real Madrid will face Borussia Dortmund or Monterrey in the quarterfinals. And courteous has an opponent of favorite in mind.
“If we can see Sergio, it will be very pleasant. We know them less than Dortmund, but each match is difficult and we must respect the opponent. This is what makes the beauty of the tournament. »»
