Real Madrid achieved a convincing victory over Leganés (0-3) in a match that marked the official return of Carlo Ancelotti’s team to the Spanish League competition after the international break. With this victory, the Merengues are now only 4 points behind Barcelona, with a game in hand.
One of the standout players in the match was Raúl Asensio, who started for the first time with the first team due to the absence of some defensive players, forming a duo with Antonio Rudiger in the heart of the defense.
Asensio, who was confident in his performance, showed his full readiness to handle the emergency circumstances the team is currently facing. He also received full support from David Ancelotti, the assistant coach.
According to the Spanish newspaper “Defensa Central”, David Ancelotti praised Asensio’s performance, particularly against Leganés, and even told Carlo Ancelotti after the match that he saw him as ready to play in the upcoming match against Liverpool, although Tchouaméni may also be fit to participate.
Real Madrid prepare to face the English team next Wednesday (9pm) in the fifth round of the Champions League group stage, and Asensio is likely to start again after his impressive performance against Leganés. Raúl seems to have a promising future with the team, and he just needs the right opportunities to showcase his potential.
