For some Real Madrid players, Saturday’s victory against Borussia Dortmund gave them six Champions League titles.
For striker Joselu Mato, it was the first time, following his transfer from Espanyol last summer. The 34-year-old played a major role in Real Madrid’s 15th title, scoring both goals as they beat Bayern Munich in the semi-final. As a reward, he started for around ten minutes against Dortmund, replacing Jude Bellingham in the 85th minute.
Joselu spoke after the match (via Diario AS) about the differences in emotions between him and some of his Real Madrid teammates.
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“For me, it’s the first time. Some people don’t even celebrate these b******* anymore. The locker room is very happy to end the season this way, there is no better way. I can’t tell you how I feel, there are a lot of things and emotions going through my head.
“I was able to share this moment with my children, my wife and my mother. My oldest son cried a lot. The youngest doesn’t know much yet and my wife knows everything we’ve been through over the years. The day I signed here, I dreamed of this. It’s the title that everyone wants to win.”
It remains to be seen whether Joselu will have the opportunity to relive this experience as a Real Madrid player. He must return to Espanyol this summer, but the Blancos have the possibility of transforming his loan into a permanent contract, knowing that a certain Kylian Mbappé will arrive…
