"Xabi Alonso praises Fede Valverde's skills, stating that he shines in virtually every task"
In the ongoing Club World Cup, Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso has singled out Uruguayan midfielder Fede Valverde for his outstanding contribution to the team's midfield strength and defensive solidity.
Valverde, praised by Alonso as a "machine" for his tireless and effective play, has been instrumental in wearing down opponents and providing the team with the much-needed balance and quality in the midfield. Alonso highlighted Valverde's versatility, leadership, and determination as key factors in his exceptional play.
"Valverde makes my life so much easier due to his dedication and all-around excellence on the pitch," Alonso said, emphasizing the midfielder's ability to never tire, never give up, and pull his teammates along [1].
This was particularly evident in Real Madrid's 1-0 win over Juventus in the Club World Cup round of 16, where Valverde's performance was crucial. Alonso expressed his regret at not scoring a second goal before the end of the game, but acknowledged that the team had to grit their teeth and hold on at the end [2].
However, Alonso also emphasized the importance of defensive solidity and discipline for the Club World Cup and the future. He highlighted the team's ability to play more in Juventus' half and their understanding of the game as key factors in their success [3].
Arda Güler, another key player in the midfield, has also been praised by Alonso for his performance. While Güler is considered a vital member of the team, Alonso emphasized that the team's success is not dependent on one player. He expressed the need for a balanced and quality midfield for continuity, mentioning players like Dani Ceballos, Tchouameni, Fede, and Arda Güler [4].
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[1] Source: Marca [2] Source: Goal.com [3] Source: AS [4] Source: BBC Sport [5] Source: ANSA [6] Source: El Tiempo [7] Source: CNN
In the context of the Club World Cup, Fede Valverde's tireless and effective play in the midfield, including his crucial performance against Juventus, has been complemented by the contributions of another key midfielder, Arda Güler. Despite the significance of individual players like Valverde and Güler, the team's success is believed to rely on maintaining a balanced and quality midfield, as emphasized by Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso.
