The players’ knowledge of Real’s unique history, and the nous that is perpetuated by creating more history, means properly established stars perform without doubt; without hesitation

There was absolutely no doubt in Marcelo’s mind, just as there was no doubt within the Real Madrid squad or staff… but not just about the decision that proved the killer blow in that spectacular tie at Bernabeu.

“It was a clear penalty,” the Brazilian had asserted when asked about the moment that eliminated Juventus from the Champions League, before offering the true killer blow, and a wink to go with it. “Obviously what happened to Barcelona [against Roma] wasn’t going to happen to us, because we’re Real Madrid.”

This utter belief is really what everyone else is up against. This is what colours and conditions the entire Champions League campaign.

It is also all the more important this season, because “belief” has appropriately become such a theme of this season, given the sides that have got to the semi-finals. Everyone seems to think they are fated to win it, with that fundamental element driving the four semi-finalists more than ever before.

Real madrid will make new history by winning UCL the 13th trophy, i like Zidane tactique, win against Bayern is not easy, if someone want to enjoy, i recommend the see this highlights video

There is no doubt about RM's pedigree/history but to think that other clubs don't have the same is ignorance and one eyed.
So Barca/Bayern/Juve to just name those 3 don't have similar history and "belief" your kidding yourselves.
As for 2018 take away Ronaldo this season alone no matter the "belief" you would have been knocked out of CL without him let alone the Liga title to date 15points behind Barca and a club half the budget being Atleti is in 2nd.

When it comes to the Champions League no club has anywhere near the history or pedigree that Real do, that's just fact.

As for the other clubs you named, Barca and Bayern maybe but they're still a long way behind Real in terms of pedigree. Juve don't even deserve to be in the same conversation. Their pedigree is being continual Champions League losers, the exact opposite to Real.

Actually your right re Juve, in that I should have quoted Milan who have the 2nd best CL record to date.
My point was and is no matter that RM is 12 time winners to date to say other clubs don't have the "belief" is bullshit.
Juve being all time losers to date doesn't mean there isn't pedigree in that club, same for any club that keeps making it to the last 8 for eg.
There is pedigree in countless clubs imo.
RM's success isn't from pedigree/belief alone but the largest cheque book overall.

It's easy when you have a weak league and can buy any developing player under the sun. They have a draw that no other club has on a global scale.

In saying that as a Spurs fan I f*cking hate that plastic club and hope bad things happen to them... haha

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I'm with you all the way mate, in the same plastic hole as united for me and wished Juve done them.
Even sorry Zidane is employed by them wish he went elsewhere he's better than plastic.
So its go Bayern hopefully.

So Real are horrible and plastic but Bayern, who are essentially the German Real Madrid, are ok?

Yes and no. The German League is far more regulated than the Spanish one when it comes to fans, ownership etc. 

Bayern aren't much better sure but they're not Real. 

agree.