Arda Güler, Player of the Match: "I feel an important part of the team thanks to Xabi Alonso"
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Arda Güler was named Player of the Match in the clash between Real Madrid and Juventus on Champions League matchday three. The midfielder played a crucial role in the win at the Bernabéu, and he was delighted at the final whistle: “I'm feeling fantastic after that win, congratulations to my teammates, and thanks to the fans who come out to support us. We put on a decent performance and took all three points."
“I feel an important part of the team thanks to Xabi Alonso, who's shown real faith in me. I try and give my very best. He asks me to control the tempo and to be creative, I played well today."
Would he rather be closer to the box or to Tchouameni?
“I can do either. If he wants me to score and assist, I can be a number 10, but I can play at number 8 as well, I don't mind."
His relationship with Mbappé
“It's fantastic, as you can see. It's the same off the pitch too, he's a great guy."
Surprised by the award
“It caught me by surprise because I don't play for this, I play to win. I didn't realise I was Player of the Match."
Barcelona match
“We'll try and win the game against Barcelona this weekend."