DAVID WOODS

in Madrid who played for the Barcelona-based side from 1994-2000.

“True, as a manager, it was bad for us. The Spanish can judge better. It wasn’t the best situation to compete with this type of team.

“But today is a different chapter. Tottenham is a historic club and we try to put Tottenham in that level to fight for big things, not only in England, in Europe.

“It’s a big opponent, to show we can compete at this level.

“It’s clear in my head I always try to win, every game.

“When I’ve played Real Madrid and lost 3-0, I always remember Jose Mourinho sat in that chair and asked who was No.20 or 30, someone called Molina, who was 17 or 18 and he said he liked him.

Changed

“When you see the level we have in the Champions League you can have hopes but in my head I always think about winning.

“I thought about winning six or seven years ago because when you enjoy football you must be bold and brave no matter who you play.

“The idea is to win and to believe. My feeling has not changed.

“It’s special to play here at the Bernabeu against Real Madrid in the Champions League, the team with the most titles in this competition.

“For English players, it’s a dream. That’s true. It’s a great opportunity. Everyone is excited to play here.”