Real Madrid vs Bayern: Vinicius confident Mbappe connection can be decisive
Real Madrid vs Bayern: Vinicius confident Mbappe connection can be decisive Vinicius Junior has said the Bernabeu can make the difference when Real Madrid face Bayern Munich in the Champions League tomorrow night. Real Madrid welcome Bayern Munich to the Spanish capital in a clash between two of Europe's most successful clubs. Bayern arrive into the tie regarded as one of the Champions League favourites.
The German giants thrashed Atalanta 10-2 on aggregate in the last 16 and have scored 100 goals in just 28 Bundesliga games this season. Vinicius has admitted that Real Madrid are 'up against a strong side' but said the connection between the team and Real Madrid fans adds a different dynamic to Champions League matches. “It’s definitely the players’ connection with the fans that always changes the dynamic of home games and Champions League matches.
We’re up against a strong side, but we have experience in these matches and hopefully we can pull it off. ” Real Madrid will look to Vinicius and Kylian Mbappe as their difference-makers in the tie. There has been criticism of the pair's chemistry and defensive work-rate, but the Brazilian is adamant the duo can 'make each other better'.
“People say all sorts of things. Kylian is here to help us; his goals give us confidence. We need to be on the same page tomorrow.
It’s a tough match where the top players make the difference, and Mbappé is one of them. "Of course it’s annoying (the criticism of their defending), but people are free to say whatever they like. We have to listen to the manager.