If some still doubted it, Paris Saint-Germain has indeed changed its dimension on the European scene. Before his double confrontation with Real Madrid, it was enough to see the head of the Merengues when they drew the Ile-de-France team, while the first draw (UEFA had to start again following an error in handling the balls, editor’s note ) had reserved Benfica for them. The Madrid press then followed suit, talking about the final before the hour, against the backdrop of the Mbappé file.
Tonight, all the ingredients are in place for a memorable evening. On the ground, the spirits of the remontada, a term which may seem exaggerated given the score of the first leg, have obviously been summoned. Beaten 1-0 at the Parc des Princes, Casa Blanca wants to redeem itself after showing a poor face. Revengeful, Real Madrid also appealed to its supporters.
Not really famous for being an incandescent arena, the Santiago Bernabéu will want to put on a show. The Madrid club has also struggled to offer as many places as possible while its lair is in full swing. Brand announces that 62,000 spectators, the biggest attendance for two years, are expected and that a royal welcome is reserved for Carlo Ancelotti’s men. Tifo XXL, fiery reception of the merengue bus around 7 p.m. by 10,000 socios: Madrid puts the dishes in the big ones.
Madrid expect a big night
Finally, the Bernabéu will also want to impress the one everyone wants to see play on this lawn next season: Kylian Mbappé. Well present in Madrid after his scare in training on Monday, the Frenchman was scrutinized by the Spanish media. The main newspapers also asked themselves a single question yesterday: should the Bernabéu whistle Mbappé the opponent or applaud the probable future Merengue? “Mbappé’s image at the Bernabéu was as if he thought ‘if I could, tomorrow I would swap shirts’. He will try to beat Real tomorrow, but seeing him made me think of a kid who wants to play here.”to declare Antonio Romero d’The spar.
“When I saw Mbappé’s face, I thought that was what was missing to validate that Mbappé will sign for Madrid next season. When he walked onto the pitch, he knew he had 12 cameras pointed at him no matter what he was doing. He knew that her image was going to be on all the televisions, that she was going to be talked about all over the world. He knows it and has measured it perfectly, he wanted to make this gesture. But he will have to be whistled because he will try to eliminate Real. He deserves no applause. He will have them when he signs. It’s an opponent who wants to eliminate you. », added Julio Pulido. Great evening atmosphere, a crowd that promises Mbappé a welcome that will be noticed no matter what: this Real Madrid-PSG promises to be grandiose.
