Manchester City player Kevin de Bruyne said the general feeling after a Champions League final is that the winner “is a hero” and the loser “almost a failure.”
The Belgian midfielder will start the final against Chelsea that will be played this Saturday at the Do Dragao stadium in Porto.
“What it seems in these finals is that if you win you are a hero, if you lose you are almost a failure,” De Bruyne said at a press conference.
“Winning the ‘Champions’ is one of the goals of the team and the players. Being able to play the most important game is a privilege. We all understand the pressure, but you can also enjoy this game. You have to take it with a smile trying to do it well, “he added.
The Belgian was also asked about the possibility of being crowned the best player in the world if City win the first Champions League in its history.
“To fight for individual awards, you have to win titles, but then others decide,” he said.. EFE. (JL).