Real's head coach Xabi Alonso commented on the return of two players to the field. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.
The midfielders from the England and France national teams came on from the bench at the end of the match, playing for the first time in the 2025/26 season. Alonso emphasized that their return to the field is of great importance not only for the players but also for the entire team.
Their participation creates more opportunities for the team, and he noted that all strong players will be needed in the next season. According to Alonso, this development is very beneficial for the team.
Additionally, Real secured a victory against Espanyol, maintaining their leading position in La Liga with 15 wins out of 15 matches. This result demonstrates the team's high level and will have a positive impact on future games.
