The start of the season by Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo Goes had people worried about Madrid. Both in the statistical aspect and in the game, the two Brazilians of the Merengues were far from their usual standards. The newspapers in the Spanish capital even explained that this dependence on the exploits of Jude Bellingham, by far the most decisive player in Carlo Ancelotti’s team since the start of the season, was really starting to worry the club’s leaders.
At the start of last week, the daily Marca revealed a worrying statistic, after the draw against Rayo Vallecano (0-0). Rodrygo has so far totaled 2 goals and 1 assist in all competitions. Against 5 goals and 5 assists at the start of November 2022, there is just one year. Figures down considerably therefore, but obviously, the main concerned took note and was keen to show that he can find his best level and become again the player he was last season.
A timely awakening
In the middle of the week, against Braga, the Canarinha player scored a goal and provided an assist for his team’s 3-0 victory. Then, on Saturday evening, he was the man of the match during the clash against Valencia (5-1), with, hang on, two goals and two assists. A great week for the player trained at Santos, who mentioned “a perfect match for him and for the team” after this big victory against Valencia.
Daily life Marca explains in particular that Carlo Ancelotti carried out a sort of treatment with the Brazilian, brooding over him and restoring his internal confidence. The Italian thus played a vital role in this return to the top – to be confirmed of course – and the local media know that it is extremely important for the objectives that the club has set for itself this season, namely to go to the end in La Liga and the Champions League. He’s back, it’s simple. “The angel has found his wings”carries away for example the newspaper A.S.. Rather strong words…
