Valverde: We can make mistakes but we cannot compromise on attitudes, especially in the derby

At 0:45 am on October 1, in the second round of the Champions League stage, Real Madrid will play away against Almaty Keilat. Before the game, Real Madrid midfielder Valverde attended the press conference and talked about some of the current situation of the team.

About this match

- We are working hard to change what happened the previous few days, come up with a different attitude, and win. Just treat it as a small revenge and change the dynamics. We were well received here, the fans responded very well, there were a lot of Real Madrid fans waiting for us, it was crazy.

About the long journey and what I felt after the Madrid derby

- Because of the loss, those two days were very difficult, I was very upset, it was a huge blow. We talked a lot, and this has rarely happened since I came to Real Madrid. We have a lot of conversations and we need to change as soon as possible. Everyone emphasized the attitude on the court, and we also communicated a lot with the coach. Tomorrow is the first game to change all this.

About doubts

-No, we played a lot of games, but we didn't spend much time with Xavi Alonso. We must do our best so that all problems can be solved as soon as possible. With Xavi Alonso coaching, we lost two games, which was very difficult. These are all part of football, but we must work hard to avoid and change the status quo. Keep united as much as possible on and off the court, so that you can have a good season.

About your personal status

-I am a little depressed, I know how I play, and when things don't go well, I know first. Players first know whether they are not playing well. Indeed, in this new event, I started well in the Club World Cup, and I think I played well there and it is much harder to make me feel uncomfortable on the court now. I will continue to work hard, and as the captain, I will continue to lead the team forward.

Don't like full-backs?

—End of the day, you always hear or see criticism, and accepting praise is always good. I was not born to play fullback position, nor did I grow up in this position. It was an emergency moment and I was very proud to be able to do well in that position. But I also have always doubted whether those games are just lucky or just a chance night, I feel comfortable at the fullback position. We also won a lot of games when I played as a winger, and at that position I also won the Champions League and another time in the midfield position.

I always follow the coach's arrangements and learn new positions if needed. If I don't feel comfortable, it's because I'm not growing in this position. Some things are difficult for me, such as pulling back when defending. But I try to show my attitude, which is why I do well in that position. I grew up in the midfield and learned a lot from a lot of players. But I did a great job at the fullback position, and I was always ready to prepare for the coach’s needs.

About Almaty Keilat

- We did not train tactically for this game, those who played shorter playing time against Atletico Madrid. We watched a lot of Almaty Keilat game videos, but there is something more important: growing as a team and focusing on ourselves is the most important thing.

Refused to serve as a full-back?

-If I say that, it may be considered a lie. You can ask the coach, I have always expressed that I am always serving the team. I have never turned down any position and I will give it my best at any position. Whether it was Ancelotti, Zidane or Xavi Alonso, I expressed my views.

starters must seize the opportunity, just as this is the last chance. I've never refused, and this kind of news is strange. It is an honor to play for Real Madrid, and I must emphasize that. You can ask other teammates or coaches, I will always serve the team and always give everything to Real Madrid.

About Kazakhstan fans

- This is normal within Real Madrid. I've never been here to compete before, and it feels so crazy. It was already late, but it was a pride when we walked out of the airport and saw so many fans waiting for us. We must cherish this. These are all great moments that football brings, and it is an honor to come here to play and we will strive for victory for those fans.

Attitudes about Madrid derby

- This kind of game does not require yelling in the locker room to motivate yourself, and this kind of thing should not happen, whether in Madrid or elsewhere. You have to be motivated with every game, especially in the derby. We can make many mistakes, but our attitude cannot be compromised.

This is the first step to show our desire for victory, and at the beginning of the second half, our performance seemed to be acceptable as a draw. We have to change that, starting with this game. As part of the team, we must get out of our current predicament and treat this game as an opportunity to grow.

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