Ozil: In my time El Clasico was the biggest game in the world, today there is no shine because of Barcelona

2024-04-20 18:58:15Sport SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX
Ozil: In my time El Clasico was the biggest game in the world, today there is no
Ozil: Barcelona should look in the mirror, find fault with themselves, not with the referees

In the week of El Clasico it is impossible not to remember Mesut Ozil, the brilliant footballer who wowed Real Madrid fans and who had the best games of his career against Barcelona.

Ahead of Sunday's El Clasico, which will be played at 21:00 at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium, Ozil expressed his opinion in an interview with Marca that the iconic Spanish derby is going through another, much less glorious period. of his history.

A year ago you decided to quit football. Do you miss it?

The truth is, not yet. I am very proud of my career and all the big clubs I have played for. The decision I made a year ago was well thought out and I knew exactly what I wanted. I enjoy life with my family in Istanbul to the fullest. I had offers from Saudi Arabia, Qatar and other leagues, but I didn't want to and I don't regret it.

What have you been doing in the last year?

I am enjoying every second with my family. I also have my own businesses that keep me busy.

Are you still in touch with the world of football or are you keeping your distance?

Something in between. I still watch the matches, especially those of Real Madrid, Arsenal and Fenerbahçe. On the phone, of course, I keep in touch with old teammates who have become friends over time.

Have you seen Manchester City-Real Madrid? I don't need to ask who you were with…

Yes, it was a fantastic match. Sitit showed why nobody wants to play against them. They dominated the game most of the time…. But Madrid was very intelligent, as always. I shouted 'Hala Madrid' after Rudiger's penalty, so you can imagine how I experienced the game. I think now Real Madrid is the big favorite. I believe they can win the Champions League.

We are also in the week of "El Clasico"...

At that time it was the most important match in the world of football. We played against the best Barca in history. Pep's Barça was on another level, certainly different from the current Barça. I think that at the moment the worldwide attention is focused more on matches like Liverpool-City or other duels in the Premier League. El Clasico has fallen and it's a shame. But this is not Real's fault. The problem is Barça.

Is Real Madrid the favorite in this match?

Of course yes! Barcelona is fighting, trying. They have good players in all positions, but they have problems. Maybe they should pay more attention to themselves and their mistakes and not always complain about the referees.


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