Thomas Letsch (Salzburg): “I Have the Recipe to Beat Real Madrid!”
Ahead of Salzburg’s upcoming match against Real Madrid, head coach Thomas Letsch shared his confidence in his team’s ability to spring a surprise.
Despite the daunting task of facing one of the best teams in the world, Letsch is determined to keep his players focused and disciplined, knowing that any mistake could be costly against a team like Madrid.
“We know that Real Madrid have no weaknesses,” Letsch acknowledged. “They’ve set the bar so high that when they don’t perform at their best, it’s still better than most teams. But when they’re on top form, they’re almost unbeatable.”
Letsch praised the talents of players like Kylian Mbappé and Vinicius Jr., but he emphasized that Real Madrid’s strength goes beyond individual brilliance.
He stressed that Salzburg must avoid mistakes and handle Madrid’s swift transitions with discipline. “They only need one moment to make a difference,” he said. “We need to be rigorous and avoid unnecessary ball losses.”
However, Letsch is not intimidated. He believes Salzburg can surprise the Bernabéu crowd. “We’re up against one of the best teams in the world,” he said. “But I have the recipe to beat them.” His confidence is rooted in his belief in his players, and he is determined to ensure they face the challenge without regrets.
Letsch also took time to honor Toni Kroos, who recently announced his retirement, calling him “one of the greatest players Germany has ever known” and praising his intelligence and consistency as an inspiration.
Though Salzburg are clear underdogs, Letsch is motivated by the scale of the task. “Whatever the result, we want to leave with no regrets. If we manage to make history, it will be a moment that will resonate beyond the Bernabéu,” he said, adding that the game is not just a match but a lesson in courage for teams who dare to dream big.
