French midfielder Raphael Varane has expressed confidence in Manchester United’s ability to clinch the Champions League title this season. Speaking at a press conference ahead of the match against Galatasaray in Group A of the Champions League, Varane emphasized the importance of attention to detail in the competition.

 

Varane’s belief is rooted in Manchester United’s illustrious history in the Champions League. The club has claimed the coveted title three times, most recently in 2008 under the management of Sir Alex Ferguson. In that memorable final, Manchester United triumphed over Chelsea in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in regular and extra time.

 

However, the most iconic moment in the club’s Champions League history occurred in 1999 when Manchester United secured the historic treble by winning the Premier League, FA Cup, and Champions League. In a dramatic final against Bayern Munich, they scored two injury-time goals, securing a 2-1 victory.

This season, Manchester United finds itself in Group A alongside Bayern Munich, Copenhagen, and Galatasaray. Despite a challenging start with a 3-4 loss to Bayern, Varane remains optimistic about their chances in the tournament.

 

When asked about the possibility of lifting the Champions League trophy at Wembley Stadium on June 1, 2024, Varane stated, “I think it’s possible. The Champions League is very difficult, and you have to pay attention to every detail, but Manchester United has a quality team and a strong mentality.”

 

Manchester United’s recent form has been less than ideal, including a 0-1 loss to Crystal Palace and a 1-3 defeat to Brighton. Varane emphasized the need for the team to capitalize on opportunities and praised young talents like Alejandro Garnacho, Hannibal Mejbri, and Rasmus Hojlund for their energy. He believes today’s match against Galatasaray presents an opportunity for the team to regain momentum and continue their progress.

 

Varane joined Manchester United in the summer of 2021, and he sees the team’s potential to compete with the best in the world. Despite a challenging start to the Premier League season, he remains confident in their ability to contend for major titles.