Two players wearing the uniforms of their respective teams, one from Inter Milan and the other from Atlético de Madrid — Lautaro and Julián talked about River | La Derecha Diario

Camara — Lautaro and Julián talked about River | La Derecha Diario

Two world champions shared their opinions about River and its upcoming clash with Inter

Lautaro Martínez highlighted Gallardo's team's commitment ahead of the crucial match, while Julián Álvarez is confident in Millonario's qualification for the round of 16

22/06/2025 16:32:00h

Editorial Team

With the final matchday of Group E of the Club World Cup heating up, River, Inter, and Monterrey are all under pressure to secure a victory to reach the round of 16. In this context, Lautaro Martínez began to anticipate the decisive clash against Marcelo Gallardo's team and emphasized the demands of the match.

Soccer player in a blue and black uniform celebrating enthusiastically on the field during a match

Lautaro was key in preventing Inter's embarrassment against Urawa | La Derecha Diario

"We have to get our act together against these teams. They match the level by running a lot and showing grit," said Inter's forward about River's commitment, making it clear that the clash will be intense and leave no room for relaxation.

Fully aware of the solve of South American teams, the captain of the Italian side anticipated a fiercely contested match: "It's going to be a tough game. The South Americans played every knockout round with heart."

Additionally, the top scorer for the Argentina National Team stressed that the key to Inter's success lies in maintaining the attitude that took them to the top: "We have humility; otherwise, we wouldn't have won all the championships we've achieved. Now we have to face the last match."

Julián Álvarez also spoke about the Millonario

La Araña, current forward for Atlético de Madrid, also analyzed Núñez's team's performance in the Club World Cup and expressed his confidence that his former team can advance to the round of 16.

Atlético de Madrid player in a red and white uniform kicking a ball during a soccer match in an outdoor stadium

Julián thinks River has a chance to advance | La Derecha Diario

"I watched the match. It was a draw, but I think they had several chances," he commented about the tie against Monterrey, ahead of the crucial encounter between the Colchonero and Botafogo on the final day of Group B.

"They have chances. Their group was very even, it was hard for everyone to win, but anything is possible," added the former Millonario striker.

Álvarez also addressed the overall level of the tournament and the parity that has been seen among clubs from different confederations: "It proves that it's a strong football, that it competes. There were several matches that South Americans won or drew. In this type of competition, every match is difficult."

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