"They're relaxed in Real Madrid before this final. (Image: John Powell)Phil Kitromilides, who is a presenter for Real Madrid TV, also tells Bleacher Report:"People say history and statistics don't necessarily play a part, but it does. "Maybe not for the opponents - maybe they can block it out; maybe they can't - but for Real Madrid, it certainly plays a part in their self-belief, in believing their own hype. If it gets tough, they don't necessarily find a way to grind out results and hold on, like Real Madrid do. "Even if Liverpool take the lead, Real Madrid won't be too terrified because of their strength mentally and Liverpool's perceived weaknesses."

Source: Daily Mirror May 22, 2018 10:30 UTC