Spain midfielder Pedri has accused Antonio Rudiger of causing him pain and frustration with his pinches, but insists he is not afraid to face the Germany centre-back in their Euro 2024 quarter-finals. Spain, who have
won four straight, will face the hosts and Barcelona star Pedri was ask about the Real Madrid defender in his pre-match press conference. “Rudiger
is a centre-back with great quality and strength,” the 21-year-old said ahead of the game at the Stuttgart Arena.
Pedri said in press statements: “Rudiger is a defender. He is strong and very good, but we are not afraid of him, ยูฟ่าเบท but he pinches the players and it is disrespectful because it hurts and bothers.”
“But for me, pinching Rudiger is disrespectful because it hurts and annoys me. However, I have no fear of playing against him.”
In addition to his bitter rivals, Pedri will also have the chance to face his senior team-mate at Barcelona, Ilkay Gundogan, the captain of the “Iron Eagle”.
“If I could choose one German player to join us? ” I would go with Gundogan, he can play in any role, he has quality in midfield,” Pedri continued.
“I already know about Gundogan’s talent but I’ve been impressed since the first day I saw him training with Barca, but hopefully tomorrow he will have a bad game against us.”