Toni Kroos shares his thoughts on Real Madrid’s tough defeat to Arsenal, describing it as a moment when it seemed like everything was lost.

Toni Kroos, known for his candidness, didn’t shy away from speaking his mind after Real Madrid’s heavy 0-3 loss to Arsenal in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals. His honest remarks highlighted not only his disappointment but also his worry about a team that, for the first time in years, appeared to lose its identity on the grand stage.

 

Kroos expressed disbelief over the lack of response from the team during crucial moments. “After 2-0, it felt like everything was lost,” he recalled, an unsettling moment for Real Madrid supporters.

 

Given the club’s history of resilience and comebacks, especially in Europe, the sense of surrender Kroos witnessed was concerning. “When Real Madrid is down, there’s always a phase where you believe a goal could come,” he said, underlining the rare absence of that fighting spirit.

 

Describing a mental collapse, Kroos added, “After every goal, I missed that reaction. Scoring was important, but it felt like they were just hoping the fourth didn’t come.”

 

Despite the loss, Kroos hasn’t given up on his team. He emphasized the significance of the Santiago Bernabeu atmosphere for a potential turnaround. “The team needs to give its all, and the Bernabeu will back us. We have to press non-stop from the first quarter,” he urged.

 

This message was a rallying cry for everyone involved with the club, as Real Madrid has a history of improbable comebacks at home. However, the challenge now is whether this group still has the resolve to make it happen again.