Former coach of Real Zinedine Zidane recalled the recent victory of his ex-wards in the Champions League.

At the end of last season, the French specialist, unexpectedly for all, resigned.

On the eve of Zidane spoke with reporters of UEFA. com, remembering his success in the Champions League with Real Madrid.

"All three wins in the Champions League were incredible. They are special, but each is for its own reason ".

"The first I won in the debut season in the role of head coach. The second turned out to be symbolic and very difficult - we played against Juventus and gave a brilliant second half. Finally, the third victory became the crowning of my work as coach of Real ".

"I have always been true to my football philosophy, which I instilled in the players. We played in the same manner, whoever countered us "" It often happened that we first achieved an excellent result at a party.

Perhaps, then they were too relaxed before the return meeting. But I'll be honest - I never had the thought that the team is starting to panic. Working with top players, you can be sure: they know how to act in those segments, when the game does not go. They very quickly correct the situation. My task was only to reassure them! ", Said Zidane.

Earlier it was reported that Zinedine Zidane entered the top three contenders for the title of the best coach of the year by FIFA.