Former Bayern Munich players Matthaus and Babbel launched a fierce debate of Real Madrid in the football commentary program "Sky90-Football Debate" before Real Madrid's Champions League match against Bayern Munich. The following is Babbel's speech.
Babbel talks about Vinicius: "I can see the football talent he has, the way he plays, but when I see him fall and roll a dozen times, every time he makes a move, I really can't agree with it."
Babbel on Real Madrid boycotting the 2024 Ballon d'Or: "In my opinion, Real Madrid's behavior in recent years has been extremely lacking in sportsmanship and has long had nothing to do with fair play. I always feel that they see themselves as superior and think they are superior to everyone else, which makes me extremely disgusted and makes me completely disgusted with this team."
The former player added: "Club President Florentino also played a key role in this matter. If his own players fail to win the Ballon d'Or, the team should not boycott the awards ceremony. In my opinion, this is a disrespect to everyone, and that is why this club has lost a lot of respect in my heart, and I am extremely disgusted with them."