Former Real Madrid and Juventus manager Fabio Capello gave an interview regarding the upcoming matchup between two of his most beloved teams. According to the Italian boss, the matchup between the Bianconeri and Los Blancos could easily have any of these sides becoming the UEFA Champions League holders on June 6th. Furthermore, Capello analyzed the four remaining teams and arrived to a simple conclusion: Real Madrid is more balanced than the rest of the teams playing the semi-finals.
"If you consider my past, I have a soft-side for Real Madrid. We are talking about a great team, one of the best alongside Bayern and Barcelona. Among those three, I think Ancelotti's team is the strongest one, they show great balance on both sides of the pitch, with a very strong defense," Capello stated.
Nevertheless, Russia's National Team boss gave credit to some of Juventus' players, including Andrea Pirlo, who he believes to be one of the greatest players ever to wear Juventus' jersey.
"Pirlo could be the game changer. When I coached Juventus I had great players, but there's no one that can compare to him. He is a true champion. Pirlo will be decisive in this series," the manager added.
Pirlo faced Los Blancos during the 2013-2014 season in the Group Stage, drawing at Juventus Stadium and losing in Madrid.
Finally, Capello referred to Paul Pogba, who is still recovering from an injury and remains doubtful to play the series. According to the Italian manager, Pogba shouldn't be sold by Juventus, and if they decide to do so, he should be part of a record-breaking transfer.
"Pogba is one of the best young midfielders out there. He should be around for a long time with Juventus, since he is still growing, but he also shows great skills. Ultimately, it will be up to the team's officers to decide what they will do with him, but if it you ask me, I wouldn't accept less money than what Real Madrid paid for Gareth Bale," Capello concluded.
