Casemiro says that there is a difference in the mentality between Real Madrid and Manchester United, the latter “adapt and grow” to achieve the same level as the Spanish giants.
The Brazil midfielder came to United in August 2022, but initially impressed himself when he won three titles in La Ligas and five Champions League titles in the Santiago Bernabéu.
He started as United yesterday with 1-0 against Tottenham, a result that lost the Ruben Amorim’s men in the Premier League in the middle of a run of six victories in their last 15 games in all competitions in the 15th place in the Premier League.
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When asked whether the mentality at United was the same as in Madrid, the 32-year-old said: “Of course there is a difference. Real Madrid has a very strong profit mentality in its history. Culture is about reaching size to be the best.
“Manchester United also has a rich history and incredible fans, but Real Madrid is built to consistently win Champions League title. At United there is an undeniable drive, but it takes a little more time to return to this level of European dominance. It is about adapting and growing again to reach these heights again. However, the commitment and professionalism are the same. “
Casemiro still hopes for the end of the season with a trophy
United remains in the Europa League and FA Cup, a title you won last season, and Casemiro says trophies are still ambition this year.
“No, it’s not (the same club, it was 20 years ago), but it’s still a big club,” he added. “A transition is passed through, like every team in certain places in its history.
“When I arrived I saw the passion of the fans, and that touched me deeply. We may not be dominant in the same time as in the past decades, but Manchester United has always been a team that fights and stands for something. It is a big challenge and we will continue to fight for trophies, just as we did last season. “
Brazilian is not surprised by Madrid’s Etihad comeback
Madrid is still in the Champions League this season and has a 3-2 advantage compared to Manchester City before scoring Phase playoffs in Bernabéu in Bernabéu in Bernabéu.
Carlo Ancelotti’s men were 2-1 in Etihad last week before two late goals turned the tie.
Casemiro said: “It was no surprise for me. Madrid does this almost all the time, and everyone knows the story of this team and what they are capable of.
“Madrid always plays to the end and never gives up. Even when I lost 2-1, I knew that there was still a lot to play from the game. And that’s with a city and a great trainer like (PEP) Guardiola. But they did it.
“Now the return in Bernabéu will be with a great result of the 3-2. But it won’t be easy. They are strong with Guardiola, but the Bernabéu in these Champions League nights is something very special. I wish my former teammates all the luck in the world, not only because of my rivalry with City, but mainly for Madrid. Hopefully they make it into the knockout phases. “
