Defender of Bavaria Jerome Boateng said that his team is confident in their abilities before the meeting with Real Madrid in the semifinals of the Champions League.

"Real Madrid has a very powerful attack, strong defense and a balanced midfield. That's why they won the Champions League two consecutive years. But we are confident in our abilities and will do everything to win, "said Boateng.

"Last year's flight no longer takes our thoughts. This year we have a great chance to make it to the finals, and we are focused only on this ".

"Play against the strongest - great. This is the only way to improve. I always look forward to matches against such strong players, including Ronaldo. Cristiano is a fantastic athlete. This can be seen after his head, when he takes off his t-shirt. I do not think that he has any weaknesses ".

The first match of the semi-finals of the Champions League between Bayern and Real Madrid takes place on Wednesday, April 25th. The beginning of the meeting at 21:45 Kiev time.