Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos has dismissed recent comments by former Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney, who said that Manchester City would “destroy” Real Madrid in the Champions League semi-finals. Kroos stated that such comments do not affect the team’s motivation, citing last season’s victory in the Champions League as an example. Kroos added that the team is already motivated enough and that they will not let comments from external sources affect their focus. This statement from Kroos indicates that Real Madrid is in a confident and determined state of mind as they prepare for their upcoming match against Manchester City.
