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Cañizares's opinion after Mastantuono's debut with Real Madrid | Camara Real Madrid Confidencial
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Cañizares's words about Mastantuono that Madridists celebrate: 'He has…'

Franco Mastantuono played his first minutes with Real Madrid and made a good impression

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Sergio Iglesias

The match between Real Madrid and CA Osasuna marked Franco Mastantuono's debut at Santiago Bernabéu. With just over 20 minutes left, Brahim Díaz left the field for the Argentine, who was cheered by the fans. From that moment on, the midfielder showed signs of his quality, which has made the desire to see him next Sunday grow.

After the match, Franco Mastantuono was congratulated by his coach and his teammates, who were also left amazed. In fact, Dani Carvajal admitted in the mixed zone that what impressed him most about him was that he kept asking for the ball. Just 18 years old, the Argentine showed that the pressure at Bernabéu didn't affect him.

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Mastantuono, together with Carreras, on the day of his debut | Real Madrid Confidencial

Santi Cañizares's opinion on Franco Mastantuono

"He has already shown an unusual personality at this age and now he faces a bigger challenge", highlighted Santi Cañizares on "El Partidazo de COPE".

In addition, the former goalkeeper believes that the pressure, for now, won't affect the Argentine. "I don't think he's going to be the focus at Madrid to the point where he plays under pressure. With young players, criticism doesn't come so quickly", he explained.

"He has all the qualities to go far. He's in a very good environment", he emphasized. Franco Mastantuono is expected to start against Real Oviedo, so he would secure a spot in the starting eleven in matchday 2.

"The coach has taken a liking to him. Clearly he liked him, because as soon as he arrived he put him in and when the press conference ended he called him", concluded Santi Cañizares on "COPE".

Franco Mastantuono, the sensation at Real Madrid under Xabi Alonso

Upon his recent arrival in European soccer, Franco Mastantuono has found in his new coach one of his main supporters. Xabi Alonso hasn't stopped praising the former River Plate player since the moment he landed in Spain. After the player's presentation, the Basque highlighted his personality and maturity, as well as the quality he possesses and his competitive spirit.

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Franco Mastantuono training at Valdebebas | Real Madrid

With few training sessions under his belt, since he had to wait until August 14, Xabi already trusted him for the league debut. His first start is only a matter of time and everything suggests it could be this very weekend.

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