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Mixed martial arts Fernando Morientes Exclusive Interview – Real Madrid, Ronaldo & UCL Insights | bet365
We’re pleased to help amplify bet365’s latest PR feature: an exclusive interview with three-time UEFA Champions League winner Fernando Morientes. In this insightful conversation, Morientes opens up about his playing days at Real Madrid, offers a candid look at the current squad, and shares his thoughts on some of football’s hottest topics—from Vinícius Jr. and Mbappé, to potential Real Madrid vs Barcelona clashes in future finals.
In the interview, Morientes compares today’s Real Madrid to the one he starred in, highlighting the club’s evolution in both footballing style and financial power:
“I don’t recognise the current Real Madrid to the team I played for,” he said. “The football is more complete… the economic capacity of the club in the market is incredible.”
“I don’t recognise the current Real Madrid to the team I played for,” he said. “The football is more complete… the economic capacity of the club in the market is incredible.”
He also touches on his relationship with Ronaldo Nazario—no, he never attended those legendary parties—and discusses whether a Real Madrid vs Barcelona final could still happen this season:
“Of course… it’s the most spectacular match for our fans. But as of today, I’m going to tell you it’s impossible. Let’s see if I can jinx it.”
Among the many talking points, Morientes doesn’t hold back on Real’s chances of bouncing back against Arsenal, offers praise to players like Cristiano Ronaldo, Jude Bellingham and Vini Jr., and even entertains the idea of seeing Cristiano as Real Madrid president one day.
“I can see Cristiano Ronaldo as Real Madrid manager or president because he has a big ego, a huge personality, and is eager to take on big challenges.”
To explore more quotes and insights from the full interview, you can read the news feature in full:
This piece adds real depth to bet365’s UEFA Champions League coverage and it’s a great opportunity for our UK platforms to connect with football audiences through authentic player perspectives. As content partners, supporting coverage like this not only strengthens our collaboration with bet365, but also brings compelling editorial to our users.
