Manager Shines Spotlight on Tchouaméni and Valverde for Providing “Great Control” in Espanyol Win
Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso was quick to divert the spotlight from his goal-scorers to the engine room of his team following a comfortable 2-0 La Liga victory over Espanyol at the Santiago Bernabéu.
While the scoreline was sealed by spectacular long-range strikes from Éder Militão and Kylian Mbappé, Alonso was most impressed with the composed, controlling performances of his midfield duo, Aurélien Tchouaméni and Federico Valverde. Their work allowed Los Blancos to dominate proceedings and maintain their perfect start to the season.
Speaking after the match, the head coach specifically highlighted the pair’s crucial, if less flashy, contributions that laid the foundation for the win.
“Tchouaméni and Valverde, once again, delivered a very strong performance and gave the team great control over the flow of the game,” Alonso stated, praising their ability to dictate the tempo and manage the match from the center of the park.
The victory, coming off the back of a midweek Champions League win over Marseille, underscores the depth and balance of Alonso’s squad. While the spectacular goals will dominate the headlines, the manager’s praise confirms that the relentless, intelligent work of his midfield is what truly makes the team tick.
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