Zidane: Cristiano Ronaldo has to stay at Real Madrid Real Madrid 2018 Champions League winners The coach spoke about the victory

On the Olympic Stadium pitch after winning his third Champions League in a row, Zinedine Zidane asked reporters what else they were expecting from Gareth Bale, after the Welshman put on a match-winning display for Real Madrid.

An incredible overhead kick will go down as arguably the best goal ever scored in a final.

"Bale came on, he does what he does... what else do you want me to tell you?" Zidane said.

"It was everyone's final, but also his.

"I can't say one is better than the other [between Bale's goal and Zidane's in 2002] as they were all great for the history of Real Madrid, so I'll say his was better than mine."

Euphoric, the Frenchman wanted to enjoy the moment.

"There are no words," he continued.

"As the players say, we must seize the moment.

"We are making history and live for these experiences."

Liverpool keeper Loris Karius was at fault for two of Real's goals and Zidane was asked for his thoughts on the shot-stopper's performance.

"It happens in a game," Zidane added.

"We still believed in our chances, even when they drew level."

The coach was also asked about Cristiano Ronaldo's post-match interview, with the forward hinting that he might leave.

"No that's not what I'm thinking about," he said when Ronaldo's comments were brought up.

"We'll be thinking about now, and thinking about tonight's game, and the achievement of tonight.

"Focussing only on that, then we will see.

"Cristiano Ronaldo has to stay at Real Madrid.

"Cristiano Ronaldo will stay with Real Madrid, but we have to see.

"I think he is a Real player and we cannot describe what he has done in his career."

As for Bale's future, Zidane admitted that this situation is a difficult one.

"His situation is a bit more complicated," he said.

"Everyone has their own interests and future to think about.

"This is a squad and nothing will change.

"As I always do, I try to do my best and the best for the team.

"From time to time, some players deserve more time on the pitch, and I understand a player who wants to play more.

"He made the difference on the pitch tonight so it is natural for him to want more playing time."

Curiously, when asked if Zidane would sign up for a repeat season next year, he said he wouldn't, as he'd like a better performance in the league.

"No, at the beginning of the season you want to win everything and of course I'm not happy with LaLiga or the Copa del Rey," he said.

"We have to congratulate the players as it isn't easy to do what they have done.

"The best thing is that these players don't have a ceiling."

Even if Zidane isn't fully content, there is no doubting that this season is one to remember and he was asked what his secret is.

"There isn't one, hard work and talent," he replied.

"I don't have to say this.

"We know we have always had great talent, and with that there is a lot of hard work.

"They have enthusiasm and are hungry for more goals and wins.

"The most important thing is to get to the final, beating PSG, Juventus, Bayern Munich and now beating Liverpool.

"This last cup win is unprecedented."

Finally, Zidane spoke about the injured Dani Carvajal and said that he feels sorry for him.

Only time will tell just how serious the right-back's injury is and if he'll miss the World Cup.