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Osasuna admits it: the three biggest threats from Real Madrid at Santiago Bernabéu

They point out the keys to try to spoil the Merengues' debut of the season

Real Madrid and Osasuna face each other this Tuesday at Bernabéu in a match that's already controversial. Tebas's decision not to postpone the match, even though both teams agreed, has caused a stir. However, the Whites will have to overcome a shorter preseason than usual.

In the red team, they don't trust despite having had much more preparation time than the Merengues. Lucas Torró, a former Madrid youth player now at Osasuna, has shown this. He was asked about the 3 main threats from Real Madrid and he was clear: Courtois, Fede Valverde, and Mbappé.

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Mbappé playing for Real Madrid | Real Madrid Confidencial

He considers them the 3 players they must keep in mind if they want to win at Bernabéu. "Courtois is a wall and one of the best goalkeepers in the world," he began saying about the Belgian. He added that "Valverde is everywhere and Mbappé up front is very dangerous."

So it seems Osasuna have already identified the main threats from Real Madrid. Meanwhile, Xabi Alonso has also prepared the match by trying to make the most of its strengths. Especially considering the little preparation, but they're playing at home.

Xabi Alonso seeks to win over Bernabéu

Real Madrid begin a new era this Tuesday, with Xabi Alonso leading the team as coach. It's true that he already debuted at the Club World Cup, but he did so with hardly any training sessions. It was also in the United States, so he still has to make his home debut.

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Xabi Alonso speaking at a press conference | Enrique Sanz

He's clear that his goal is to win over Bernabéu from the very first moment, against Osasuna. He'll seek the 3 points to start the season on the right foot, but also attractive play. He wants to convince the fans of what his guidelines for the team will be.

With a lot of possession, being protagonists with the ball, and above all with a lot of sacrifice. That's what he has tried to instill in the players during the training sessions he's had. If he's succeeded, we're sure to see a Real Madrid that pleases the fans.

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