The Welsh winger gave his first interview in Spanish to Real Madrid TV in a clever PR move Thursday. Now he must convince his doubters on the pitch Saturday, writes Ben Hayward.
Surprise: Gareth Bale speaks Spanish. After two years at Real Madrid, the former Tottenham midfielder gave his first interview in castellano Thursday in a ploy that is a clear charm offensive in a bid to win over his critics. It was a smart move and impressed many - but now he has to silence the Bernabeu boo boys as well.
The Welshman spoke with a broad British accent in the five-minute Q&A session with RMTV, but it was grammatically good and sends a message to those fans and media eager to send him back to the Premier League at the first available opportunity: Bale is here to triumph.