Xabi Alonso balances on Mbappé: “He is …”

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By: Nicolas Gerbault

For the moment, Real Madrid is back at the top of the Liga after a fierce 3-1 victory against Villarreal at the Santiago Bernabéu.

Vinicius Junior (X2) and Kylian Mbappé marked for the Merengues, who will keep the head of the ranking if Barcelona does not win against Seville on Sunday afternoon.

According to Diario As, Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso delivered his meeting of the game during a statement to the media after the match.

“We are very satisfied. It was a serious and hard match. We had to wait for our hour. It cost us the first goal, but the team did not give in and Vini's goal arrived. In the second half, we could have settled the match earlier. »»

Vinicius made the difference for Real Madrid, and Alonso did not hide his satisfaction at the performance of his number seven.

He made a very good match, and not only thanks to his goal. He was very unbalanced, he posed many problems in Mouriño. I like to see Vini smile. I am happy for him and for the team, we wanted to finish this cycle.

Alonso about Fede Valverde: “He wants to feel useful”

Alonso also congratulated Federico Valverde, holder at the right rear position for the first time since rumors circulated that he did not wish to occupy this position at Real Madrid.

“He made a very good match on the right side. He is always ready to play where it is necessary. He helped us a lot in the transitions, Fede made an excellent match. Today, given our needs, he played this position. He is very generous, he wants to feel useful wherever he plays. He never put any obstacles. »»

Alonso confirms Mbappé and Mastantuono injuries

Alonso also noted the injuries of Mbappé and Franco Mastanuono, both forced to leave the field in the second half against Villarreal.

“Kylian suffered from an ankle and Franco embarrassment suffering from an overload to the hamstrings. We will continue to progress with their respective selections. We cannot say whether Mbappé will play with France or not; They will have to assess it as a national team. If it gets complicated, he will not be able to play, but for the moment, we cannot say anything. »»