Real Madrid La Liga Start against Atalanta
Zinedine Zidane was very surprised when he started Isco as a false nine against Atalanta, but the 28-year-old managed to repay his coach’s confidence.
Isco comfortably equal in what is not his natural position, and he has shown that this may be the turning point in his career Real Madrid.
The Spanish midfielder has not been an undisputed starter for the reigning LaLiga Santander champion since Julen Lopetegui was at the helm of affairs, already in 2018/19.
In reality, Isco has only started once since November 8 – in the Copa del Rey duel against Alcoyano – and he has only played 17 minutes in the Champions League group stage.
Against Atalanta, he combined well with Luka Modric and Toni Kroos, as he contributed to the build-up to Real Madrid‘s attacks until he was deflected in the 76th minute.
Zidane have shown it several times already Isco is part of his plans, despite having played just 532 minutes so far this season.
Isco expressed his desire to leave Los blancos during the transfer window in January looking for playing time, but he stays behind Martin Odegaard‘s departure, as Real Madrid left five midfielders behind.
His decision can pay dividends such as Isco seems to be part of Zidanerotation, and if he succeeds in finding consistency, he can rediscover its shape and be an important cog again. Real Madrid.