Jupp Heynckes praised captain Arjen Robben’s performance as his side cruised past Borussia Dortmund 3-1 on Saturday to widen their lead to four points at the top of the Bundesliga.
Heynckes told Sky: “Arjen is not just a brilliant, world-class player; he’s a role model for many players and a great professional. He has not always been an easy player to handle but he lives purely for football. That is why he has been so successful again this season.
“He is a great team player who leads from the front also tracks back defensively, which attacking players don’t always enjoy. I’m ever so pleased; he’s full of drive and ambition, that’s noticeable on the pitch and within the team.”
“We were up against a very good team, but we played some excellent football ourselves especially in the first half,” Heynckes added. “Admittedly, BVB had three great chances too and Sven Ulreich kept us in the game.
“The team was 100 percent motivated and we really wanted to win today. Compliments to my team that was a super performance.”
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