Oliver Glasner, the manager of Frankfurt, acknowledged that his team respects Real Madrid but insisted that they do not dread the Spanish powerhouse.
European League champions The Champions League champions Madrid and Frankfurt will square off for the Uefa Super Cup on Wednesday in Finland.
“We’re all eagerly anticipating the game. In a pre-game press conference, Glasner said, “Playing against Real is a prize for our Europa League victory last season.
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Madrid defeated PSG, Chelsea, Manchester City, and Liverpool en route to a record-extending 14th Champions League championship and currently hold the Super Cup favorite tag.
Glasner said that his team is ready to prove their worth despite being mindful of the test that lies ahead.
“We know what to anticipate when we play against a team that defeated PSG, Man City, Liverpool, and the top three English teams to win the title. We wish to demonstrate to them our own abilities. We’re entering the game with a lot of excitement but no fear.
“And that’s what we demonstrated in the Europa League last season. We saw that there is always a chance, and we intend to seize it tomorrow. Although we are up against an incredibly strong team, we are aware of our potential.
“Even though we lost league games last season, we wouldn’t have won the Europa League if we had the fear you mentioned. We would do it with assurance since we are aware of our capabilities, but it is obvious that we are up against a very strong team.
Madrid lost the 2018 Uefa Super Cup 4-2 to Atletico Madrid, who had just won the Europa League. Madrid will be hoping to avoid a repeat performance on Wednesday.