Modric: We Had Problems Finishing Chances in the First Half, Pleased to Play Full Minutes

On the morning of September 22, Real Madrid staged a comeback against Espanyol with a 4-1 victory in La Liga. Midfield stalwart Luka Modric commented on the team’s performance and shared his personal feelings.

Regarding the match performance

“Today we played a very good game, especially in the first half. Despite some difficulties in scoring goals, the team created many chances to score. Eventually, we managed to score the second goal. Both in possession and defense, we demonstrated excellent capabilities. This game will undoubtedly boost our confidence. While there is still room for improvement, we can be proud of ourselves. We played a game that could be called perfect, but we cannot rest on our laurels and need to keep working hard.”

Regarding the second-half goals

“Our performance in the first half was excellent, but we encountered problems breaking through the opponent’s defense. In the second half, by leveraging our physical superiority and team strength, we accelerated the pace of passing, never gave up, and ultimately achieved our goal of winning.”

Regarding his personal form

“I feel very good personally, and being able to complete the full 90 minutes makes me very happy. Whether it’s my physical condition or mental state, I am at my best. I believe that our entire team has great potential for further improvement.”

Regarding the unbeaten streak of 38 league games

“This achievement speaks volumes. To remain undefeated for such a long time is rare. It demonstrates the strength of our team, strong character, and a high sense of responsibility. Every player is well-prepared and ready to contribute to the team at any time. These are key factors in achieving this result.”

Regarding the attacking players

“Our forward line consists of several world-class stars, whose performances have been impressive. We are honored to have teammates like them. However, we all know that we can do better. This victory gives us more confidence and motivates us to aim even higher.”