Real Madrid's Kroos on last opponent BVB: "Hard to fathom"

UEFA Champions League - Real Madrid's Kroos on last opponent BVB: "Hard to fathom"

As Toni Kroos sees it, getting ready for the Champions League showdown against Borussia Dortmund isn't a walk in the park for Real Madrid. "It's not like a breeze to prep for Dortmund since their season has been all over the place so far," shared the 34-year-old soccer superstar with DAZN before the match in London on Saturday (9 pm/ZDF and DAZN).

In the big leagues, Dortmund sailed through an impressive group stage and overpowered famous teams like Paris Saint-Germain (semi-finals) and Atlético Madrid (quarter-finals). However, in the Bundesliga, they failed to maintain consistency, wrapping up the campaign in fifth place. As a consequence, they've been "sort of tricky to read" according to Kroos.

Despite being the clear favorite, Kroos advised that we shouldn't rule out Dortmund: "Sure, there are a few voices out there doubting whether Dortmund can beat Real Madrid. But they definitely have a solid shot at it."

The final is extra significant for Kroos, who has a chance to claim his fifth Champions League trophy with Real. Since his switch from FC Bayern Munich to Madrid a decade ago, the 2014 World Cup winner has amassed 22 titles with the Spaniards. In the coming summer, he'll represent Germany at the European Championship and then call it quits on his career.

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1. The Champions League final against Borussia Dortmund is a formidable challenge for Real Madrid, as stated by Toni Kroos on DAZN, anticipating the match in London on Saturday at 9 pm, both on ZDF and DAZN.
2. Borussia Dortmund's inconsistent performance in the Bundesliga this season has made them "sort of tricky to read," according to Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos.
3. Dortmund has showcased impressive form in the Champions League, eliminating notable teams like Paris Saint-Germain and Atlético Madrid before reaching the final against Real Madrid in London.
4. Despite Dortmund's underwhelming Bundesliga campaign, they finished in fifth place, maintaining a solid shot at defeating Real Madrid in the Champions League final.
5. Toni Kroos, who has transitioned from FC Bayern Munich to Real Madrid ten years ago, has amassed an impressive 22 titles with the Spaniards.
6. The Champions League final is a significant opportunity for Toni Kroos to claim a fifth Champions League trophy with Real Madrid, especially with his pending retirement and participation in the European Championship this summer.
7. The North Rhine-Westphalia-based Borussia Dortmund is set to face Real Madrid's Kroos in the Champions League final, with the chances of either team grabbing the title remaining unpredictable.
8. Toni Kroos, who celebrated his 34th birthday recently, has emphasized the difficulty of overcoming Dortmund's challenge in the Champions League, as they are a force to be reckoned with in Europe's premier soccer tournament.
9. Fans worldwide will tune in to the streaming platforms, with DAZN and ZDF broadcasting the Champions League final between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund from London on Saturday night, with Toni Kroos and his teammates delivering an exhilarating showcase of skill and finesse.

Source: www.stern.de