Real Madrid legend Toni Kroos teased his club and Germany teammate Antonio Rudiger following a dramatic Champions League quarterfinals win over Manchester City. Despite being outplayed by the competition holders, Madrid managed to advance to the next round. Coach Carlo Ancelotti highlighted the resilience of his team, emphasizing that Madrid never dies.
After a grueling 4-4 draw across both quarterfinal legs, Madrid emerged victorious on penalties. Defender Rudiger, who had been solid throughout the matches, converted the winning penalty. Kroos playfully admitted that he had doubts about Rudiger's penalty-taking abilities, adding a light-hearted touch to the post-match celebrations.
Kroos, whose contract expires on June 30, remained non-committal about his future plans. The focus now shifts to the upcoming clash with Bayern Munich, the club Kroos joined Madrid from in 2014. Kroos acknowledged the threat posed by Bayern, who are solely focused on the Champions League after eliminating Arsenal.
Looking ahead, Kroos predicted a tough match against Bayern, especially after the upcoming Clasico against FC Barcelona. The stage is set for an intense battle as Madrid prepares to face their former player and his current club in the Champions League.
