Antonio Rudiger’s first season in Real Madrid colours wasn’t easy, but he’s certainly come into his own during the 2023-24 campaign. The German international has been one of Los Blancos’ best players, and his ever-presence in the centre of defence has helped Carlo Ancelotti’s side remain on course for a La Liga and Champions League double.
On Thursday, Rudiger collected the Mahou Five Star Player of April award, and upon receiving the accolade, he admitted to being very pleased with his performances over the month, and season with Real Madrid – quotes from MD.
“I’m very happy. It shows that we’ve had a great season and also on a personal level it shows that the fans accept me and value me. That’s important. I feel good and confident in the team. We’ve had a great season and we want to finish on a high.”
Rudiger was asked for his favourite moment from April, and perhaps unsurprisingly, he picked his winning penalty from Real Madrid’s Champions League quarter-final victory over then-reigning champions Manchester City.
“If I could pick one moment in April, it would be the penalty against City, because nobody expected me to take the last one. The coach believed in me and I’m happy to help the team. It’s my job and I’m always looking forward to it.”
EmeraldJ
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Rudiger is a FUNNY BEAST
lawalidris
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If defenders are respected, recognised, and considered as candidates for Balion d'Or, just like strikers and midfielders, there is no any other defender that deserves it more than Antonio Rudiger. This guy amazes me on how he prevented both Haaland and Kane in both legs from getting part of Real Madrid, particularly Haaland, despite the city's dominant in that second leg at Etihad.
OFFICIAL88
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Ramos successor
dougiefresh
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Meanwhile, these two now wondering 🤔 "Man, why on earth did we leave Man City?"
vecabcky
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Chelsea is the loser,because the club was playing cards with him and now look at Rudiger he is on Top of his game.