- Real Madrid aiming for record-extending 15th European Cup
- Gareth Bale won five during his nine-year career at the Bernabeu
- “It is the one competition valued more than any others”
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Other teams are now arguably playing the badge rather than necessarily the team, and it is that aura that is the cause of this. The combination of Real Madrid and the European Cup is giving it a lot of impetus. Real Madrid is a sport that teams are afraid to play, and this is a very significant factor.
During his time at the Bernabeu, Bale’s relationship with the Spanish press was, at best, difficult. Fans were often on his case over the chronic injuries that restricted his availability. Bale’s relationship with the press was strained. His “love” for Madrid, on the other hand, has not diminished and continues to be as strong as it was before.
It was a very long period that I was there. The same way that I did when I was younger, I continue to keep an eye on their performances, I continue to love the team, and I continue to support them,” he stated. It is my firm belief that Madrid will emerge victorious in their match against Borussia Dortmund. Because they are aware of the demands and are aware of what to anticipate, they have a significant edge.