From Assist to Unity: Real Madrid’s Toni Kroos on Leading the Team Against Bayern Munich in the Champions League

Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos has been reflecting on the team’s performance in their 2-2 draw with Bayern Munich in the Champions League semi-final first leg. Despite facing boos from fans of his former club, Kroos remained focused on the team’s performance and credited Vinicius Jr for his impressive goal.

Kroos, who was named the match’s MVP by television viewers in Spain, expressed uncertainty about his contract status beyond June 30 but maintained his focus on winning as much as possible in the current season. He acknowledged the challenging moments of the game and emphasized the need to stay focused as they head into the second leg against Bayern.

Discussing his assist for Vinicius Jr’s goal, Kroos credited the Brazilian forward for his smart and strategic movement that allowed the pass to be successful. He highlighted Vinicius’ speed and intelligence on the field, noting his crucial role in the team’s performance. Looking ahead to the return leg at the Bernabeu, Kroos anticipated a highly significant game and emphasized the collective strength of the team’s players.

When asked about Vinicius Jr’s performance and whether he is the best player in the world, Kroos recognized the talent within the team and emphasized their diversity of exceptional players contributing to their success. By acknowledging their skills and contributions, Kroos reiterated their unity and collective effort in pursuit of their goals.

As he continues to lead Real Madrid forward into battle against Bayern Munich, Toni Kroos remains committed to winning every moment he can with this talented group of players by his side.