Valverde: “The energy and dynamics of the match were very good”

After the match played in Budapest, Valverde analyzed Real Madrid's victory against Ferencvaros: “We won, which is the important thing, even if it’s a friendly. The coach and the team want to win and keep adding victories. The team felt good; we’re still missing a lot of players, but the dynamics and the energy today in a big part of the match were very good. We contributed a lot, which is what the coach wanted.”

“I felt good. Obviously, in the last minutes I was tired, but contributing where the coach wants me to be. The teammates also played a great match, and that fills me with pride. We’re still fine-tuning for what’s coming in the season, and we’re happy with how the match went and the victory.”

Role as captain
“Spectacular, I’m enjoying it. When the match starts, I don’t want it to ever end because I enjoy it; I wear it with great enthusiasm and happiness. It’s a dream come true today. As a child, you always dream of playing for the best club in the world and wearing the armband. Being an example for all my teammates is very special. I’m enjoying it, and when we win, it’s even better.”

First weeks with Mourinho
“They’ve been spectacular, I’m enjoying it. I try to learn from him every day, grow as a player, as a person, as a captain, and also try to learn from the ideas he brings, making sure the team feels good and comfortable on the pitch. I try to convey that so my teammates feel the same way.”

The importance of Vini Jr. and Bernardo Silva
“Vini Jr., we already know the kind of player he is for us and how important he is. Bernardo Silva is an amazing player, spectacular. I’ve always admired him as a rival and suffered because of him. Now I get to share the locker room with him. He’s an incredible person in the short time we’ve shared together.”