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Bale affirmed that he has a good relationship with Ronaldo. |
The duo played side-by-side for five seasons, contributing to a string of La Liga and Champions League titles, but Spanish media have always hinted at simmering tension between the two superstar wingers, Bale and Ronaldo.
Speaking to GQ magazine, Bale asserted that all the rumors were unfounded: "I get along well with everyone, there's never been any major conflict. The media says I'm in conflict with Ronaldo, but there has never been any problem between us, no arguments, no clashes, nothing at all."
Bale joined Real Madrid in 2013 for a record fee, raising many questions about how he would fit in with Ronaldo, who was then central to the club's plans. However, according to the former Wales international, the two always maintained mutual respect despite the fierce competition for a starting position.
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Bale's controversial flag. |
After Ronaldo left Bernabeu in 2018, Bale was expected to become Real's new leader. However, prolonged injuries and inconsistent form prevented him from living up to expectations. The cold reception from the Madrid media intensified after Bale celebrated with a flag that read "Wales. Golf. Madrid. In that order" when the Wales national team qualified for Euro 2020.
Bale believes he has been misunderstood: "I only play golf once every two or three weeks, on my days off. But people assume I love golf more than football. I've been heavily criticized because of misinformation."
Looking back on his time at Real, Bale spoke highly of coach Carlo Ancelotti: "He had excellent people management skills, always keeping the dressing room peaceful. That calmness alone is enough to understand why he is one of the best coaches."
After retiring from football, Bale admitted he was looking for a new challenge to fill the void left by his playing career. Trying his hand at piano, he said, was a challenge that humbled him but also filled him with excitement.
Source: https://znews.vn/bale-ke-het-chuyen-ve-ronaldo-post1609878.html
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