Toni Kroos has mixed feelings about the current situation at Real Madrid. The former Madrid player knows better than anyone how harsh the criticism from his own supporters can be.
Kroos also suffered serious setbacks during his glorious time at Real Madrid. The former Germany international recounts the painful experience of the 4-1 defeat to Ajax in the Champions League.
“This kind of behavior…”, Kroos to Real fans
Following disappointing results, Xabi Alonso was recently sacked. The fans’ discontent was manifested in loud boos and whistles during the match against Levante.
Star players like Vinícius Júnior, Jude Bellingham and Federico Valverde have been targets of criticism. However, this type of situation is far from new at the Bernabéu.
“We were also booed after the match”he said of the defeat. Kroos is referring to March 5, 2019 when Real lost 4-1 at the Bernabéu to Ajax.
“Being booed even before kick-off, as is the case for the players now, doesn’t make it any easier. Everyone wants the club to win, but this kind of behavior does not favor the team. »
Kroos: “Supporters must understand that…”
Under new coach Álvaro Arbeloa, Real Madrid were also surprisingly eliminated by Albacete in the Copa del Rey. A situation that Kroos himself experienced.
“We were also eliminated by a similar opponent. Fans need to understand that players are human beings, far from perfect. Even the golden generation fell on hard times. »
Arriving at Real Madrid in 2014, Kroos stayed there for ten years. The midfielder won five Champions Leagues with Real Madrid before retiring in the summer of 2024.
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