Tchouaméni, bellinghan y Arda Güler They were the three players of the Real Madrid that attended to the media in the previous meeting of the quarterfinals of the Club World Cup that will face whites against the Borussia Dortmund in it MetLife Stadium of New Jersey.
Bellingam He started talking about his brother's absence Jobe In this party for sanction: «It is a pity that it cannot be in this party. It would have been a very special moment for my family, especially share it with my brother, who is also here. But this is part of football: sanctions, yellow cards … are things that one has to accept. I am sure I will have another opportunity later ».
He also talked about the death of Diogo Jota and André Silva in a traffic accident: «When I heard the news, it impacted me a lot. I want to send all my love and support. It is an unimaginable situation, but the world of football always joins at the moment. I hope the family receives the privacy and support they need. I'm really sorry.
Returning to his brother, he valued his signing for the Borussia Dortmund: «I am very proud. When interest arose, I tried not to intervene too much. He wanted him to make his own decision. When he told me he was going to sign for the Dortmund, I felt a small internal celebration. I know it's a great place to develop. They have an incredible history forming the best talents. They know how to give them the right experiences without putting too much pressure.
«I tried to stay out. He came from living a few intense weeks with him playoff con Sunderland And I didn't want to overwhelm him. We talk every day, but not so much about this topic. If I needed advice, I was there, but it wasn't my role to tell him what to do. I am to support him, not to make decisions for him, ”he added.
English did not pronounce on what happened with Nico Williams and the Barcelona: “I don't mind. It is something that does not affect Real Madrid. So, I don't care about Nico. It is not a Real Madrid news ».
Bellingham He also talked about the philosophy of Xabi Alonso: «We are adapting. I still cannot say that we have absorbed it at all, because the parties and training in Spain are very different from what was accustomed. But game by we are moving forward. Now we not only win for individual actions, but we have more control of the parties. It is a very positive signal and it shows in the team's environment and in fans ».
Finally, he talked about the grass of the stadiums: «It is something to get used to, especially coming from England. In the first games it cost me to adapt, although we have also had fields in very good condition. In general, it has been a great experience. I am grateful to be here, fighting for a title and seeing how football grows in the United States. It shows that there is appetite for the game ».
“I don't consider myself the boss”
«We have worked well these days and we are ready for the game. We know that we have to win to move forward in the tournament. The Dortmund is a great team, but we really want to play and compete at the highest level, ”he said about how the team reaches this game.
Tchouaméni He also talked about his role: «I do not consider myself the head of the defense, all the players are important in this template. It is true that playing as a central one, especially in a line of three, is finding me more natural thanks to my previous experience and my training as a medicenter. Little by little I am getting more used to that position and I think we are taking benefit from that system because it helps us to have the ball more and play well ».
French spoke of adaptation to USA: «It is not the first time we played in the United States, we usually come in preseason. It is true that the first game was hard because of the conditions, especially because of the heat in Miami, but little by little we are adapting. The grass is not always perfect, but you have to play the same. We are prepared for any situation ».
Galo analyzed work with Xabi Alonso: «This tournament is serving to continue growing with the new coach. We are in a moment of transition and adaptation, but every day we understand each other better with Xabi. His way of working is very clear. At the collective level, the goal is clear: we want to win this Club World Cup. It is a great opportunity for the club and we will fight for it ».
Finally, he spoke of Mbappé: «Kylian is getting better little by little. He could already play a few minutes against Juventus and I think that tomorrow he can have more prominence. We see it with confidence and desire. We are happy to have it back ».
“Xabi has asked me balance”
«I feel comfortable. In that position I have to do a bit of everything: defend, organize … Xabi Alonso has asked me balance and I think I am getting it. I am calm and with confidence, ”said Arda Güler about his adaptation with the Donostiarra.
He also commented on his understanding with Bellingham: «We understand each other very well. Playing near Jude greatly facilitates things, has quality, vision and ability to reach the area. We are confirmed and that shows in the team game ».
