Real Madrid goalkeeper Courtois delighted with BVB thrashing: It wasn't all one-sided

Courtois reflected on the match, admitting, "Our performance in the first half was below par as they put us under pressure and scored two quick goals. However, we regrouped at halftime, identified areas to improve, and came out with a new mindset. We responded effectively and understood that scoring the first goal could change the game in our favor. The second half saw us pressing higher, playing with more cohesion, and exhibiting the required intensity for a Champions League fixture. It was this improved display that ultimately made the difference in the end."

“They were finding it really easy to play against us and it could have been 3-0 at half-time. We woke up and reacted well but that's not always going to work. On Saturday we have to start the game like we finished today.

“On the pitch you can really feel that the opposition know they're up against Real Madrid. I'm not saying it's fear but when you score, the atmosphere in the stadium heats up and the opposition feels that. At 2-2 it was about playing it calm and bringing some organisation. Then we were able to get another three goals. If we play like we did in the second half, Saturday will be a better display."