The Borussia Dortmund manager, Jürgen Klopp, analysed this Tuesday's game against Real Madrid, in which his team is playing for its place in the final at Wembley.
Regarding a possible Real Madrid comeback, the German coach fully understands what 'Los Blancos' are plotting. "Of course Real Madrid believes it can stage a comeback. We’re ready. We know that we’re going to have to give our all".
Klopp underlined that his team does not intend to go out and defend its lead: "We have clear attacking ability, so we aren’t going to sit back. Real Madrid has great ability, but so do we. Our game plan is to be both compact and daring".
Klopp admitted that his team is living "a dream" and assured that it will not step onto the pitch at the Bernabéu thinking that it has already won the tie: "We are going to show Real Madrid the utmost respect. The only way to fulfil your dream is by being brave. There is no other way".
Far from feeling nervous about Real Madrid looking to kick off its comeback from the first minute, Klopp reiterated the confidence he has in his men: "I have every confidence that my team is going to be very difficult to beat".
Regarding his possible starting XI, the Dortmund manager did not reveal if Polish international Piszczek – who will face a late fitness test – would start.
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