Ramos: We can leave with our heads raised, Mexican football is on the rise

Mexican team Monterrey lost to Dortmund 1-2 in the Club World Cup 18th final and was eliminated. After the game, Monterrey defender and former Real Madrid captain Ramos was interviewed by the media.

"We performed well today, which is more important than anything else. The audience, our fans and those who know the ball have seen it. Our team has done everything for this game and put it forward as they should. Sometimes it is smooth sailing on the football field, and sometimes even if we lose, we have to leave with pride, because we played great games from the first minute to the last minute."

"We have a clear conscience and are relieved. Sometimes things won't be as you wish, we created several opportunities but failed to translate into goals like our opponents, but I think fans will be proud of the way we defend our jerseys, and we have to move forward. Although we were eliminated, this will help us become stronger in the future."

Talking about the venue conditions of the Mercedes-Benz Stadium used in this game and its impact on the game (especially Dortmund's advantages After all, both teams experienced high temperatures in the group stage), Ramos said: "We know that such a dome-based court is good for their offensive speed, and their frontcourt players have a strong impact; in the 45th minute of the first half, they were extremely efficient and successfully scored two goals."

When asked how they would introduce Mexican football and their experience to their former teammates of Real Madrid, Ramos said: "I think Mexican football is rising, they There are great youth training programs to train stronger players, and their style is close to the mainstream European leagues; but the change does not happen overnight and requires time to adapt, and the Mexican League is on the right track. Many players who have played in the Premier League and La Liga know the strength of the Mexican team. "

It is worth mentioning that Dortmund, who won this game, will face Real Madrid in the quarter-finals, and Ramos missed the opportunity to meet Real Madrid.