Valverde! The perfect night of redemption for Real Madrid s universal warrior

On the hot night in Doha, Qatar, Real Madrid's game against Pachuca is not only an ordinary Club World Cup group stage, but also a life-and-death battle related to dignity and future. The first round draw with Saudi Hillal put the Galaxy Battleships in an unprecedented dilemma, and all this turning point was dependent on one person - Federico Valverde.

The haze after the penalty breaker

Remember that heartbreaking moment? In the game against Hillal, Valverde stood in front of the penalty spot, carrying the hope of the whole team. However, Bono's brave save put the Uruguayan efforts into vain. At that moment, Valverde's expression was filled with regret and self-blame. For a player who has always shown himself as a tough guy, such a mistake is undoubtedly a heavy blow.

Alonso admitted after the game that he saw the turmoil in Valverde's heart. This new coach knows very well how to help players get out of setbacks is a critical moment to test their coaching skills. Valverde proved with practical actions what a true professional player qualities mean.

The gorgeous transformation of the universal warrior

When facing Pachuca's game, Valverde showed an amazing all-round performance. At the beginning, he appeared in the right inner forward position, almost moving to the sideline; when Asensio was sent off by a red card, he quickly retreated to the midfield double midfield position and formed a defensive barrier with Guerre; at the end of the game, with Rudiger replacing Trent, Valverde even played the role of the right sideback.

Three positions and three characters, Valverde acts easily in every position. 66 touches, 92% success rate of 52 passes and 48 passes, 4 steals, 2 shots - Behind this data is the comprehensive quality of a real professional player. More importantly, he used a wonderful score to correct himself and secured the victory for the team.

Gerard in Alonso's eyes

"I have seen not many such players, he reminds me of Gerald. " Alonso's words are very important. As a teammate who once fought side by side with Liverpool's legendary midfielder, Alonso is most qualified to make such a comparison. With a large coverage area, outstanding long-range shooting ability, competent for multiple positions, and standing up at critical moments - Valverde does have the shadow of Gerald.

What is even more gratifying is that Alonso's trust in Valverde has risen to the tactical level. In terms of the penalty kicker's choice, the young coach made it clear that the decision was in his own hands, and he chose Valverde. Although that penalty was not hit, Alonso's attitude did not change at all: "He is the heart of the team, and we must give him enough support and trust. "

The emotional release from pain to carnival

When Valverde received a cross from Brahim in the penalty area and calmly pushed the ball, his celebration was filled with primitive passion. Clenched his fists and whistled to the sky. It was a complete burst of emotions that had been accumulated for a long time. This is not just a goal, but also a response to one's own redemption and a response to doubts.

"He vented all the bad emotions of the previous few days," Alonso said after the game. Indeed, football is sometimes so cruel and beautiful - a mistake can make you fall to the bottom, and a goal can make you stand up again. Valverde proved his worth in the most direct way.

Real Madrid's future tactical core

As Modric and Lucas Vazquez gradually fade out of the main lineup, Valverde's position in the team is steadily rising. He has become the second captain after Kavajal, and the symbolic significance of this position is self-evident. More importantly, in Alonso's tactical system, Valverde is regarded as an indispensable core figure.

Whether it is a four-back or a three-century defender, whether it is a pass-by football or a high-pressure, Valverde can find his position. This tactical adaptability is exactly what modern football needs and is an important part of Alonso's team building philosophy. "Valverde plus the other ten people " - Although this sentence sounds exaggerated, it reflects the position of the Uruguayan midfielder in the minds of the new coach.

Written at the end, the football world has never lacked stories of ups and downs, but plots like Valverde that have experienced ups and downs and rise again in just a few days are still moving. From the trough of penalty mistakes to the peak of goal redemption, from tactical chess pieces to the team's core, Valverde's transformation is happening before our eyes.

On the Galaxy Battleship Real Madrid, Valverde is no longer the young man who needs to prove himself, but has become the most trusted universal warrior in Alonso's hands. No matter how big the storm is, no matter how the position changes, he can stand there steadily and contribute his strength to the team. Such a player deserves everyone's respect.