Trent Alexander-Arnold speaks candidly about Mbappe's goal.

In Real Madrid's 1-2 defeat against Bayern Munich in the first leg, the rare highlight for the Spanish side came from Trent Alexander-Arnold's brilliance.

The English defender was precisely the one who delivered the exquisite assist that allowed Kylian Mbappe to score, bringing a fragile hope to Los Blancos ahead of the return match which promises to be stormy.

Speaking after the match, Trent revealed that the assist was not accidental but meticulously prepared beforehand. According to him, the entire team studied how to exploit the space behind Bayern's defense, particularly the area behind their defenders and midfielders.

“Before the match, we discussed the need to utilize runs behind them. I spotted the opportunity and immediately delivered the ball with high speed. Mbappe moved excellently and made perfect use of it,” Trent shared. The sharp pass from the former Liverpool star showcased the caliber of one of the world's most creative defenders. It also reflected the increasingly clear synergy between him and Mbappe, who is gradually becoming the spearhead of Real Madrid's attack.

However, a single moment of brilliance was insufficient to help Real Madrid avoid defeat. The 1-2 loss leaves the La Liga representative in a disadvantageous position before a predicted extremely difficult away match at the Allianz Arena. Trent frankly acknowledges the immense challenge ahead: “Playing at the Allianz has never been easy. It will be a tough task, but this is Real Madrid and we always know how to overcome such moments.”

The spirit of Los Blancos remains undiminished, despite the team experiencing two consecutive losses – a rare occurrence this season. According to Trent, the team's goal is not only to overturn the deficit against Bayern but also to conquer the ultimate title. “We want to win this competition, so the team will do everything to secure victory in the return match,” the English defender affirmed.

The rematch between Real Madrid and Bayern Munich promises to be a top-tier European football showdown, where composure and experience will play decisive roles. With top stars in the lineup and a fierce desire to win, Real Madrid still has every opportunity to create a spectacular comeback.