Casemiro says there is a difference in mentality between Real Madrid and Manchester United to the latter to “adapt and grow” to reach the same levels as the Spanish giants.
The Brazil midfielder joined United of Madrid in August 2022, but, after having initially impressed, seemed a pale imitation of the player who won three ligas and five Champions League titles at the Santiago Bernabéu.
He started then that United lost 1-0 against Tottenham yesterday, a result which leaves the men of Ruben Amorim bogged in 15th place in the Premier League in the middle of a series of six victories in their last 15 games in all competitions.
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When asked if the mentality was the same at United in Madrid, the 32 -year -old said: “Of course, there is a difference. Real Madrid has a very strong winning mentality anchored in its history. Culture is to achieve greatness, to be the best.
“Manchester United also has a rich story and incredible fans, but Real Madrid is built to regularly win the titles of the Champions League. At United, there is an undeniable journey, but it takes a little more time to return to this level of European domination. It is a question of adapting and growing to reach these heights once again. However, commitment and professionalism are the same. »»
Casemiro still hopes for the end season with a trophy
United remains in the Europa League and the FA Cup, a title they won last season, and Casemiro says the trophies are still ambition this year.
“No, it’s not [the same club it was 20 years ago] But it’s always a big club, “he added. “It goes through a transition, like each team at certain times in their history.
“When I arrived, I saw the passion of fans, and it was something that deeply touched me. We may not be in the same period of domination as in previous decades, but Manchester United has always been a team that fights and represents something. It’s a big challenge, and we will continue to fight for trophies, just as we did last season. “”
The Brazilian is not surprised by the return of Madrid Etihad
Madrid is still in the Champions League of this season and will hold an advantage of 3-2 on Manchester City before the second floor of its direct elimination match in Bernabéu on Wednesday evening.
Carlo Ancelotti’s men dragged 2-1 to Etihad last week before two late goals saw them turn the link.
Casemiro said: “It was not a surprise for me. Madrid does it almost all the time, and everyone knows the history of this team and what they are capable of.
“Madrid always plays until the end and never abandons. Even losing 2-1, I knew that there was still a lot of games to play. And it is with City and an excellent coach like [Pep] Guardiola. But they did it.
“Now the return will be to the Bernabéu with an excellent result of 3-2. But it won’t be easy. With Guardiola, they are strong, but the Bernabéu of these evenings in the Champions League are very special. I wish all the luck in the world to my former teammates, not only because of my rivalry with City, but especially for Madrid. Hopefully they will go to direct elimination stages. “”
