Real Madrid initiated their Copa del Rey title defense with a triumphant victory against Arandina, clinching a 3-1 win. However, the standout moment wasn’t just the victory but the noteworthy debut of young talent Arda Guler.
Notable Debut of Arda Guler
After an extended period of grappling with injuries, the 18-year-old talent, Arda Guler, finally donned the prestigious Real Madrid jersey. Despite playing for a mere 59 minutes, Guler displayed a commendable performance, contributing significantly to the game.
Guler’s Impactful Performance
During his debut appearance, Guler demonstrated remarkable skill, creating three significant opportunities, maintaining an exceptional 90% passing accuracy, firing one shot on target, and hitting the woodwork once.
Gratitude and Aspirations
Following his debut, Guler expressed his delight on social media, emphasizing his happiness in donning the renowned Real Madrid jersey and looking forward to many more successful matches.
I'm very happy to have worn this legendary jersey and won my first match. The first of many beautiful days… VAMOS!🤍 pic.twitter.com/fnKLZ2cXHe
— Arda Güler (@10ardaguler) January 6, 2024
Fan Reaction and Coach’s Perspective
Real Madrid supporters eagerly anticipated Guler’s debut, expressing their excitement after witnessing the Turkish prodigy’s impressive display.
Coach Carlo Ancelotti praised Guler’s debut, foreseeing continuous improvement, highlighting the importance of Guler’s integration into the team.
All I’m gonna say is WOW Arda Guler you really are everything I imagined you to be. The HYPE is real. I am moved greatly.
— WolfRMFC (@WolfRMFC) January 6, 2024
Arda Guler is here…it's not a myth anymore he's real pic.twitter.com/wDpQBHakZb
— Dr Yash (@YashRMFC) January 6, 2024
Real Madrid’s Copa del Rey Aspirations
The victory in the Copa del Rey last May against Osasuna marked a significant achievement for Real Madrid after a considerable gap. They now aim for consecutive victories, which would be a rare feat after 42 years.
Injury Updates
The injury list for Real Madrid includes Lucas Vazquez, Eder Miltao, Thibaut Courtois, and David Alaba, with varying expected return times, affecting the team’s strategy and player availability.
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