Overview

• Franco Mastantuono made his first start in a 3–0 win over Real Oviedo after debuting off the bench five days earlier against Osasuna.
• Xabi Alonso called him "our present" with a "fantastic left foot," saying he was very good and will be important for the team.
• TN reports he became the club’s third-youngest foreign debutant at 18 years and 5 days and the youngest LaLiga starter for Madrid in the past 20 years.
• Brahim Díaz, highlighted as in strong form, replaced Mastantuono versus Oviedo and supplied an assist as Madrid continues to rotate its attack.
• Rodrygo showed frustration upon being substituted against Oviedo, while Carlo Ancelotti explained his Brazil omission as a chance to evaluate new players.