Trent Alexander-Arnold has described his Real Madrid debut as an occasion that is like something most players can only dream about, after expressing disappointment with the result of the opening match of the Club World Cup. Having joined Spanish giants in June, the Liverpool player had played one game in the Real kit, 65 minutes against Flamengo with a player that proved a nuisance to the newcomer Salem Al-Dawsari whose non-stop motion was an issue to the new guy. Despite losing the game, Alexander-Arnold was optimistic after making his debut and he said that he considered it a successful performance.
Trent Alexander-Arnold’s Statement
“After playing a game, it is hard to concentrate that much to speak Spanish,” he told Channel 5. “An amazing day to make my debut for Real Madrid. Almost what every player dreams of.
“Some disappointment to not have won the game. The mentality you need to have as a Real Madrid player is to expect to win every game you’re playing, but a lot of positives, especially in the second half.
“I felt the support from the moment I signed for the club. The fanbase that is truly global all over the world. You feel it every single day. A huge thank you for that. We dominated the stands today, which was incredible.”
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“A couple of months,” he said, speaking on how long he’d been learning the language. “It was something important that I had to do.
“It is important to show the intent that I want to embrace the culture and adapt as best as possible.”
Real Madrid vs Al-Hilal Match Summary
Real Madrid and Al-Hilal put up an entertaining 1-1 draw that was filled with a lot of competition and last minute action. After 34 minutes, Real went ahead thanks to Gonzalo Garcia who scored off an assist by Rodrygo. Al-Hilal responded promptly with a penalty kick scored by Ruric which was awarded following a foul to Marcos Leonardo. Real Madrid dominated the second half with possession and chances as Federico Valverde failed to score a penalty and Arda Gulier hit the bar. The match was balanced on key goal keeping interventions by Yassine Bounou, including a save during injury time to salvage the tie. The two teams showed great determination in the well matched encounter.
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