Toril: "We're on a good run and we're going to try to finish top of the table"
"The team is strong and looking forward to playing this game in front of our fans", said Linda Caicedo.
Alberto Toril and Linda Caicedo spoke at the press conference ahead of Real Madrid's match against Chelsea on matchday six of the Women's Champions League group stage (Tuesday, 6:45pm CET). The coach said: "We know we've already done our homework but we're looking forward to playing a game of this level, against a very strong team who aim to be European champions. I think we've got a chance of doing well and getting a positive result. We're coming off the back of a very good run, with some great results and four months full of positive impressions. We're in a good position in all competitions and we're going to try to put in a good performance".
"This type of match demands a lot of concentration. It's elite football and we have to focus on being sharp, defending as a unit and, from there, we have enough quality to cause them problems and create chances. It's going to be a difficult match, complicated, against a very strong side, but we're also a very strong side. We're on a positive run, with players improving every day and we're going to go for the three points and try to finish top of the table".
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"Chelsea have a perfect record. They're a very physical, end-to-end team, with experienced players. They will be waiting for a mistake and I think the key is in the rhythm and if we can control the ball we can take a lot of positives from it. Our ability on the ball will also be important".
Linda C.: "We have to enjoy this game with our fans at home"
"The team in the dressing room is aware that they've done the hardest thing, which was to qualify for the next round, and now it's time to enjoy this game with our fans at home. We have the opportunity to finish top of the group. The team is very strong and looking forward to it".
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"It's also important because in the end, it reflects our performance. It's important to take that step forward and be better every day. I'm going in the right direction. The team is really helping me too and I'm grateful for all of that".