**Getty/GOAL** Ahmed Refaat Mar 27, 2026 04:51+06:00 **Antonio Rudiger reveals what he thinks about Harry Kane ahead of Real Madrid's Champions League showdown with Bayern Munich** **H. Kane | A. Ruediger | Real Madrid | Bayern Munich | Bayern Munich vs Real Madrid | Champions League** Antonio Rudiger has revealed what he thinks about Harry Kane ahead of Bayern Munich's Champions League quarter-final tie against Real Madrid. The former Chelsea defender is under no illusions about the challenge Kane will pose, having seen the England captain tear apart defences in both European and domestic competition throughout the current campaign. **High praise for Europe's 'most stable team'** Speaking to *Kicker* about the upcoming clash, Rudiger emphasised the quality within the Bavarian ranks, stating: *"All of us at Real Madrid are aware that we will face a world-class team that enjoys exceptional stability. There is no harder challenge than that at the moment. They are currently the most stable and best team in Europe alongside Arsenal."* *Getty Images Sport* **The challenge of stopping Kane** While Bayern possess quality across the pitch, much of the pre-match focus has centered on the individual battle between Rudiger and Kane. The Bayern striker has enjoyed a record-breaking debut season in Germany, and Rudiger is fully aware that keeping the 32-year-old quiet will require more than just individual brilliance from the Madrid backline. Rudiger was quick to label Kane as one of the elite finishers in the modern game, adding: *"For me, Kane is definitely among the top three strikers in the world. The consistency of his level is simply world-class. We can only neutralize him as a team — if that is even possible at all over 180 minutes."* **Madrid's defensive blueprint** Real Madrid reached the quarter-finals after a defensive masterclass against Manchester City, where Rudiger played a pivotal role in shackling Erling Haaland. Alvaro Arbeloa will likely look to the German international to provide the same level of intensity and tactical discipline when he comes up against Kane's unique ability to drop deep and link play. The defensive unit at the Santiago Bernabeu has been stretched by injuries throughout the campaign, but Rudiger has remained the ever-present rock. Facing Kane requires a different approach than the one used for Haaland, as the England international's playmaking skills mean the Madrid defenders cannot afford to leave any space between the lines. **Home advantage in first leg** Madrid are set to host Bayern at the Santiago Bernabeu on April 7 for the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie. The decisive return fixture is scheduled for April 15 at the Allianz Arena in Munich. Heading into the tie, Los Blancos will be desperate to capitalize on their home advantage and secure a commanding victory in the Spanish capital. Establishing a comfortable aggregate lead before the challenging trip to Germany is paramount as they look to safely book their place in the last four. *ENJOYED THIS STORY? Add GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reporting* *Getty Images Sport*
Antonio Rudiger Shares His Thoughts on Harry Kane Before Real Madrid's Champions League Clash Against Bayern Munich
