Cristiano Ronaldo has suggested that Real Madrid do specific training to emulate the immense pressure of Champions League football.
Madrid’s famous relationship with the Champions League has been evident in recent years, with the Whites sealing a handful of late comebacks to power past Europe’s best teams to lift the trophy.
Ronaldo, who won four of his five Champions League titles with Madridadmitted that no side understands how to deal with the pressure of big occasions like they do.
“Real Madrid looks really good,” he said UR Cristiano. “They are the type of team that does not rush under pressure.
“Most say they are lucky. They are not lucky. They prepare for these moments. The Bernabéu, the stadium, has a different aura, and when the greats go there, they score a goal and in the 85th or 90th minute, the pressure is great.
“For me, it’s the best club in the history of football.”
Ronaldo recently sent a message of support to new Madrid signing Kylian Mbappéwho has come under pressure for an underwhelming start to his La Liga career.
“Will they be better? We’ll see,” Ronaldo continued. “Mbappe is there now, I think they will stay strong, but I don’t know if they will be better than last year. Only God knows. Let’s see.
“They have a great team with great players. I think it will be one of the best teams in the world.”
