Casemiro says there is a difference in the mentality between Real Madrid and Manchester United, with the latter “adapting and growing” to reach the same level as the Spanish giants.
The Brazilian midfielder joined the United Madrid in August 2022, but, after initially impressing, showed a pale imitation of the player who won three La Ligas and five Champions League titles in Santiago Bernabéu.
It started as United lost 1-0 yesterday in Tottenham, as a result leaving Ruben Amorim’s men sinking in 15th place in the Premier League in the middle of a run six wins in the last 15 games in all matches.
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Asked if the mentality was the same in United as it was in Madrid, the 32 -year -old said: “Of course, there is a difference. better.
“Manchester United also has a rich history and incredible fans, but Real Madrid is built to win the Champions League titles consistently. At United, there is an undeniable route, but it takes a little more time to return to this level of European Sovereignty.
Casemiro still hopes to end the trophy season
United remains in the Europa League and the FA Cup, a title that won last season, and Casemiro says trophies are still the ambition this year.
“No, it’s not (the same club was 20 years ago), but it’s still a big club,” he added. “It has gone through a transition, as each group does in some parts of their history.
“When I arrived, I saw the passion of the fans, and that was something that touched me deeply. We may not be in the same period of sovereignty as in previous decades, but Manchester United have always been a team struggling and representing something. It’s a big challenge And we will continue to fight for trophies, as we do last season. “
The Brazilian is not surprised by the return of Etihad of Madrid
Madrid is still in the Champions League of the season and holds a 3-2 advantage over Manchester City in front of the second leg of the knockout phase game in Bernabéu on Wednesday night.
Carlo Ancelotti’s men fell 2-1 to Etihad last week ago two delayed goals saw the draw.
Casemiro said: “It was no surprise to me. Madrid does it almost all the time, and everyone knows the story of this team and what is capable.
“Madrid always plays to the end and never resign. Even when we lost 2-1, I knew there was still plenty of game to play. And that’s with the city and a great coach such as (pep) Guardiola. But they did .
“Now, the return will be in Bernabéu with a great result from 3-2. But it’s not going to be easy. With Guardiola, they are strong, but Bernabéu in these nights of the Champions League is very special. I wish all the Fortune to my former teammates, not only because of my rivalry with the city, but mainly for Madrid.
