Real Madrid is set to face Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany, for the first-leg match of the UEFA Champions League semifinals on Tuesday. Carlo Ancelotti, the manager of Real Madrid, emphasized the strength of their Bundesliga opponents during the pre-game press conference.
\"We're preparing to play a big team with lots of qualities,\" Ancelotti stated on Monday. \"We are confident and have faith, but we have respect for Bayern Munich. They haven't played a fantastic season in the Bundesliga, but they played very well in two matches against Arsenal. This shows the quality of this club.\"
The rivalry between Bayern and Real Madrid is steeped in history, with Real having triumphed in the past three knockout stage encounters, ultimately winning the tournament each time.
\"They are strong in transition; they can play in different ways and are very dangerous. We need to focus and take ourselves to the final; that's our goal,\" Ancelotti added, highlighting the team's determination to advance to the final.
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