In Real Madrid’s 2-0 victory against Chelsea, Rodrygo, scorer of both goals, joked about being the “nightmare” of the English club, his role in the team and celebration of Cristiano Ronaldo
in the match between Real Madrid It is chelseawhich confirmed the 11th semifinal of Champions League of Merengues in the last 13 years, Rodrygo was the great protagonist of the Spanish club. With two decisive goals, the Brazilian striker showed that he doesn’t feel the pressure of confrontations like this and helped his team to pass the stage.
Asked if Chelsea players would have nightmares about him, Rodrygo confirmed and responded with good humour. “Well, I think so. For the two goals, for the good game and the classification. I’m very happy on a personal level, very happy for two more goals in the Champions League, it’s always very special for me to score”said the striker.
In sequence, the player spoke about his great performance in knockout matches in the Champions League, with five goals in the last two editions of the competition. “It’s very special, I’m always very happy. It gives an extra boost, not that the other competitions are not important, but we know that this (Champions League) is a little more special”said the Brazilian.
In this Tuesday’s match, Rodrygo started playing in the starting line-up, something that is not so guaranteed in the scheme of Carlo Ancelotti. The Brazilian spoke about his impression of his role in the team. “I knew I could be in the starting line-up, Mister (Ancelotti) himself has already told me that a few times. (…) I’m always very happy, working and giving my best in each training”, stated.
Finally, the number 21 shirt revealed that the celebration of his first goal, which was assisted by vinicius jrwas in honor of Cristiano Ronaldo. “I was going to slide on my knees, but I have a little inflammation, and I couldn’t do that. At the time I remembered, then I thought: ‘Go to Cristiano’”he replied between laughs.
Source: sportbuzz
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