The Real Madrid icon reveals emotional bias during Champions League thriller — and it’s shaking both camps.
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In a surprising yet candid revelation, Toni Kroos—former midfield maestro of Real Madrid—has confessed he was secretly cheering when Inter Milan scored against Barcelona in the Champions League semifinal.
“I don’t want to say that I’m an Inter fan, but I had a kind of sympathy for them,” Kroos admitted, recalling the moment Inter made it 3-3. “I felt joy when they scored,” he added, hinting that his decade-long rivalry with Barca while at Madrid left a lasting emotional imprint.
What happened:
Inter Milan beat Barcelona 4-3 on aggregate after extra time, booking a final clash with PSG.
Kroos, though retired, was emotionally engaged and pulled no punches in stating where his heart was.
Despite praising Barça star Pedri as “one of the best in the world,” he didn’t shy away from backing Inter when it counted most.
Why this matters:
Kroos’s words echo the deep-rooted rivalry between Madrid and Barcelona, showing that even in retirement, the battle scars remain. His empathy with Inter highlights how legendary players often carry their allegiances long after the boots are hung up.
Madrid fans may nod in agreement. Barcelona supporters might feel betrayed. But in Kroos’s world, emotio
n trumps diplomacy.
