Real Madrid: Florentino Pérez's reminder about the Champions League

Florentino Pérez speaks plainly about the Champions League

Europe 01 June 2026 at 06:17

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Real Madrid: Florentino Pérez's reminder about the Champions League

At Real Madrid, Florentino Pérez wanted to put a few things into perspective.

In an interview with El Pais, the Madrid president pointed out that the standards set by the club in recent years have ended up making the exceptional seem routine. "We shouldn't lose our minds. The idea that you can win the Champions League every year is ridiculous," stated the boss of Los Blancos.

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He also highlighted the scale of Real Madrid's recent dominance: "Winning six titles in ten years is something no one else has ever done." A clear-eyed message at a time when Real Madrid is navigating a more challenging season.

Joshua SOSSOU

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