Kroos: Zidane has won eight titles in two years, that's more than enough Real Madrid Comes to defence of his boss

Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos has brushed aside criticism of Zinedine Zidane to come to his coach's defence.

The Champions League holders came into their tie with Paris Saint-Germain under intense scrutiny after being eliminated in the Copa de Rey while facing a 17- point deficit to Barcelona in the league.

The tactics deployed by Zidane this season have also faced numerous criticisms from sections of the fan base that are adamant to see change. And yet, at least for a night, Los Blancos were able to rise to the occasion on Wednesday and defeat PSG by a score of 3-1.

"In a team like Real Madrid, arguments always arise when things are not going well," Kroos said.

"Zidane has won eight titles in two years, that's more than enough."

The German midfielder was also questioned about his teams play going forward and the pressure they face.

"We have gone through a difficult phase, but in recent weeks we have raised our level and I am confident that we will be very successful going forward," he said.

"This victory is very important because the Champions League is the only competition we can win right now.

"Although I didn't feel all of the pressure was on us because we won the last two. We are Real Madrid, so it's always there."

As one of the unquestionable holder's in the midfield, Kroos believes it is easy to explain the connection that Real Madrid has with the Champions League.

"Explaining it is very easy: we love this competition and that isn't a secret," he continued.

"We have shown the last two years, we love these nights against great teams with this atmosphere."

Finally, the German touched on one of the controversial decisions of the night that awarded him a penalty.

"It was very clear and there is no debate to be had," noted Kroos.

"I entered the area with a lot of speed and he grabbed me from behind and threw me down. It had to be given."