Antonio Rudiger took the next step in their career by joining Real Madrid In front of the 2022-23 season, and quickly established itself as one of the best center backs in world football. After meeting many elite forward during their time in Spain surprised the German international many when he named the toughest opponent he has encountered in The league–Passing over Robert Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal.
Now in his second whole season with The whitesRudiger has been a model for texture. After helping Real Madrid wins the title of 2023–24 La LigaHe again plays a key role in a squad that runs for another championship. But when it comes to the most difficult player to defend, a name stood out.
In an interview with Qatars AlcassportRudiger was asked to identify the most challenging player he met in La Liga. His answer: “Julián Alvarez“Said the real Madrid defender without hesitation and chosen Atletico MadridMost recently signed over another attacker that he encountered for almost three seasons.
At first glance, the choice may come as a surprise, especially in view of Barcelona’s Lewandowski and Yamal have scored a combined five goals in their last two Clásico meetings with Madrid. However, Alvarez’s physicality, mobility and relentless pressure have proven to be a serious challenge for defenders, especially in narrow matches.
Real Madrid And Atletico Madrid has collided four times over all competitions during the 2024-25 season – two wash in La Liga and twice in the Champions League – with each page serving a victory and two draws. Alvarez has made his mark in these competitionspoints twice and constantly threatens the Madrid back line with its movement and positioning.
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Rudiger responds to the Alvarez -Palse Account
The latest Champions League Park Park between Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid triggered debate after Julian Alvarez was accused of touching the ball twice while converting his attempt. Rudiger, who received the match -winning penalty, weighed the event with a clear answer.
“For the most part, when you slide so under a penalty, you touch the ball with your left leg. He is right -footed, he shoots with his right and the ball touches the left. In the end, I’m not a big fan of talking about judges and that type. The judge made the decision, He went to each and didn’t give the penalty, so I don’t know what controversy we’re talking about“Explained German.
