Soccer legend Figo recently appeared at an EA Sports event in Germany to give his insights on a range of footballing topics in the spotlight. Not only did he discuss the challenges of Pep Guardiola's reign at Manchester City, but he also spoke about Real Madrid's road to recovery, the fairness of Rodrigo's Ballon d'Or win, and the significance of Spain, Portugal and Morocco joining forces for the right to host the 2030 World Cup.
In response to Guardiola's challenge at Manchester City, Figo was blunt: "Guardiola has long since dispensed with the need to prove his coaching talent. He has left a brilliant mark on every team in the past, which is the best proof of his strength. Manchester City, a team with a great record in recent years, just need to give their best in the face of adversity. There are no eternally undefeated teams on the soccer field, but Guardiola and his team have proven that they can rise from the phoenix in the face of adversity."
In the face of the criticism that players and coaches often receive, Figo said: "This is soccer, but also a microcosm of our lives. In the world of soccer, as long as you persevere, you will be rewarded with praise. Everything depends on the result of the game. Whether it is a player or a coach, must face the external pressure and questioning, only unremitting efforts, in order to win respect and recognition."
Talking about the future of Real Madrid, Figo is full of confidence: "Real Madrid will continue to revitalize, this is the club's DNA. As one of the top clubs in the world, Real Madrid has a strong strength and deep heritage, and they can always win games. I firmly believe that in the coming days, Real Madrid will continue to maintain the strong momentum and bring more exciting games and moments of glory to the fans."
Regarding Rodri's Ballon d'Or win, Figo commented, "I think it's fair. The Ballon d'Or is voted for by journalists, but we should respect their choice. All the nominees deserve respect and it's a shame that they didn't win. But Rodri's performances last season were remarkable and he deserved it."
In addition, Figo expressed joy and anticipation for Spain, Portugal and Morocco to jointly win the right to host the 2030 World Cup: "I am very happy, this is excellent news for all three countries. The right to host the World Cup is a recognition of our ability and efforts, we shoulder the responsibility of running this event. I am confident that with the combined efforts of all three countries, the 2030 World Cup will be a fantastic and unforgettable soccer feast."
