Culture of winning cups
It is already known that in Madrid culture the Cup is the least important of the most important titles. Champions and League have always been above in the hierarchy of conquests. Even so is the Club World Cup due to its universal dimension. In fact, since 1956 the white giant has won more European Cups (14) than Cups (10). But this time, as happened in 2011 and 2014 in the last two wins in Valencia against Messi’s Barça, much more is at stake than just a title to be added to the immense Trophy Room of the new Bernabéu. This final of La Cartuja has acquired a superior rank due to the hard consequences that a defeat against the brave Navarrese would have.
Results has to be taken
If you want to get a great result on Tuesday against the City of Haaland and Guardiola, it is mandatory to enjoy the conquest of the 20th Cup in the club’s history beforehand. Before the citizens, the state of mind will be fundamental. Arriving depressed by a defeat would not help at all, not even the atmosphere at the Bernabéu , which would be touched by an option that I prefer not to reassess. Winning the 20 would be an illusion shot for what is coming. In addition, it would be the sixth title in the last 15 months and 20 days. A colossal achievement from the Ancelotti Factory.