Inter Milan striker Marcus Thuram says “the lights shine brighter” when playing in the Champions League.
Speaking in UEFA Magazine, relayed by FCInterNewsthe 27-year-old shared his thoughts on the eve of his team's European clash with Bayer Leverkusen.
Tomorrow evening, Inter will resume their journey in the Champions League.
The Nerazzurri have already played five matches in this competition. They drew against Manchester City before beating Red Star Belgrade, Young Boys, Arsenal and RB Leipzig.
This puts Inter in a very favorable position to qualify directly for the round of 16.
However, much work remains to be done.
Tomorrow's match will pit Italian champions Inter against reigning Bundesliga champions Leverkusen.
The fact that Xabi Alonso's side won the title undefeated last season is testament to the daunting adversity they represent.
Then Inter's last two matches will be against Sparta Prague and Monaco. These are certainly not encounters that the Nerazzurri will take lightly.
Marcus Thuram: “The lights shine brighter in the Champions League”
Inter striker Marcus Thuram has shared his views on what it means to play in the Champions League.
“In the Champions League, it seems that the lights are shining a little brighter,” said the Frenchman.
“The terrain is more beautiful. The fans get even more excited.”
“Scoring a goal on a Tuesday or Wednesday night is always special,” admitted Thuram.
At the same time, he also expressed what it would be like to face his brother, Juventus midfielder Khephren Thuram, in a Champions League final.
“In a Champions League final or any other final, it would be impossible for me not to tease him,” admitted the Milan striker.
“I would look for him. I can’t help it.”
“It's something that goes beyond football,” concluded the Nerazzurri striker, talking about his relationship with his brother.
It's fascinating to see how the Champions League arouses a special passion and intensity among players. In this competition, each match becomes an event, not only because of the sporting stakes but also thanks to the unique atmosphere that accompanies it. As Marcus Thuram indicates, the intensity felt on the pitch and in the stands is amplified. For the players, playing at the highest level against the best teams in Europe justifies the efforts made throughout the season. This is a moment where every footballer's career can change, and it is reflected in their performance. The rivalry between brothers in the final, mentioned by Thuram, also highlights the emotional aspect of the sport. There is something very touching about the way football can create personal stories while still competing at an elite level.
