Real Madrid Confidencial Álvaro Carreras makes his official debut with Real Madrid: this is how his match went
The left-back completed his first match with Real Madrid at Bernabéu
Álvaro Carreras made his official debut with Real Madrid and did so with a win against Osasuna in the first LaLiga match, played at Bernabéu (1-0). The defender, who was presented on July 15, started in the line-up and played the entire match. There were doubts about whether he could start as a substitute, but Xabi Alonso chose him over Fran García.
It's worth remembering that Álvaro Carreras didn't play in the Club World Cup with Real Madrid, but he did with SL Benfica. However, even in this first contact, we've already been able to observe some things about everything the Galician defender can offer. The Madrid side has significantly improved its performance on the left flank.
Álvaro Carreras, a good debut with Real Madrid
Álvaro Carreras is that complete and versatile footballer, capable of doing almost everything on the field. He showed his great personality on the field, proving the ball never burns at his feet and he takes on responsibilities.
Meanwhile, he also distributes horizontal and vertical spaces well with respect to Vinícius, which shows intelligence. In fact, he spent a lot of time staying inside during the offensive phase, giving width to the Brazilian. However, the Carioca didn't have his best night against CA Osasuna.
Álvaro Carreras or Fran García?
Xabi Alonso solved the doubt on the first day of LaLiga in the win against CA Osasuna. It was a 50/50, but Real Madrid's coach chose Álvaro Carreras to start despite Fran García's good Club World Cup in July.
However, everything indicated that Álvaro Carreras would soon secure the starting spot, and that's what happened. The club signed him precisely to take over the left flank and, barring any surprises, he was expected to become Xabi Alonso's first choice from the opening matches.
The footballer has shown good adaptation to the best team in the world. Xabi Alonso has paid close attention to all his training sessions and has been quite clear when making his choice. He already played the match in Austria and his idea was to repeat his starting role.
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