Paris Saint-Germain midfielder João Neves has voiced his immense pride in the team's path to the UEFA Champions League final, following their hard-fought semi-final victory over Bayern Munich. The Portuguese international spoke to French media outlet Canal+ after the match, celebrating a significant achievement for the club.
The second leg of the semi-final ended in a 1-1 draw at Bayern's Allianz Arena. This result, combined with PSG's thrilling 5-4 win in the first leg, gave the French champions a 6-5 aggregate victory. The result secures PSG's place in the Champions League final for the second year in a row, a testament to their consistency at the highest level of European club football.
Neves, who played a central role in midfield, highlighted the difficulty of facing a top opponent like Bayern Munich. He acknowledged their quality but emphasized that his team understands the perseverance required to succeed. "We know that victory comes after enduring great suffering," Neves stated, indicating the mental and physical toll of such a high-stakes encounter.
Looking ahead to the final, the midfielder expressed unwavering confidence in the squad's depth and readiness. He pointed out that the team is prepared for any challenge, including managing injuries. "Whatever awaits us, we are prepared. Even with injured players, every member of this team is ready to play. That is the secret to building a great team," he explained.
The Champions League final is scheduled for May 30th at the Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary. PSG will be aiming to become the first club since Real Madrid to win the competition in consecutive seasons under the current format. Their opponents will be Arsenal, who are seeking their first-ever Champions League title.
Based on reporting from サッカーキング.