Scorer of the only goal in the Champions League final, midfielder Rodri was chosen as the highlight of the decision in Istanbul: “Guardiola told me…”
Rodri decided and was the scorer of the goal that guaranteed the victory of the manchester city regarding the Inter Milanby 1 to 0, in the Champions League final this Saturday, 10. After the decision at the Atatürk Olympic Stadium, in Istanbul, Turkey, the midfielder opened his heart about the unprecedented title of the English club.
“I still can’t believe it. It’s impressive especially how the game turned out. A first half of mine that was horrible, but Guardiola told me: ‘continue, insist’. I needed to change my mindset and I did. I managed to score the goal, we fought until the end. We ran the risk of a draw, but we fought and we managed”, said in an interview with TNT Sports.
I thought about hitting the ball hard and it worked”, completed on the goal throw. The number 16 opened the scoring in the 23rd minute of the second half, with a kick from outside the area.
After hitting the beam in 2021, the English club won the European title – undefeated – for the first time in its history. The 2022/23 season campaign was still crowned with the Premier League and FA Cup achievements, the latter decided against rival Manchester United.
“A lot of things cross your mind. After all this time playing at a high level, scoring in the Champions League final is an impressive thing. After a lot of hard work. I want to thank everyone.” Rodri finished.
The midfielder was named the best player in the Champions League final. Voting was carried out by UEFA’s Technical Observers Panel. “He contributed the winning goal in a very balanced game, and his involvement with City’s play between the areas was essential for the team’s balance”, explained the panel of the European entity.
Source: sportbuzz
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