If there is a time for Real Madrid fans to turn away from their players, right now is not that time according to James Rodriguez. The Colombian player that is in his first season with
"They have to be our 12th man. We know they're going to support us at every moment. We need the fans on our side".
After the game with Valencia, the crowd booed their captain Iker Casillas. The winner of three UCL titles did not perform as expected in the most recent game in La Liga. While some fans want Keylor Navas to sub him on Wednesday, Rodriguez claims that Iker's presence is important for the rest of the players on the field.
Iker Casillas was blamed by Madrid's loss to Valencia
"Iker is our captain, he's won the lot and he deserves respect," the midfielder said. But if you boo one player, you boo the whole team. The fans and players must be united".
The 23-year-old Golden Boot winner in the past World Cup knows that they must play a perfect game against a very tough opponent. One mistake could cost them the game and their chances to make it to the final.
"We have to play with a lot of
Rodriguez has become a fan favorite in less than one season with Los Blancos
Before the first leg, they were the favorites to get to Berlin. Now, even with the slight disadvantage, James still sees his team's the favorite to reach the final game of the tournament.
"This match means a lot to Real
