Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti cites two names as examples of modern football players. The two players that Ancelotti mentioned were none other than Federico Valverde and Rodrygo Goes.
Real Madrid showed an outstanding performance at the start of the 2022/2023 season. Of the nine matches that have been played, Luka Modric and colleagues are still perfect. Real Madrid always wins.
There are several Real Madrid players who on an individual level performed well earlier this season. Luka Modric and Karim Benzema are certainly on the list. However, there is also Valverde and Rodrygo.
Together with Vinicius Junior, they have taken on more responsibility in the team. Ancelotti also praised the two. Let's see the full review below, Bolaneters.
Modern Player
Fede Valverde has scored three goals in six La Liga games. Meanwhile, from four games, Rodrygo scored three goals. However, goals are not the main measure that Ancelotti sees from the two.
Valverde is the type of player who can play multiple roles. He can play as a midfielder to a winger. In fact, in an emergency, a player from Uruguay can become a right wingback.
Rodrygo is pretty much the same. The 21-year-old can play many roles up front. Rodrygo can play as a winger or a center forward equally well.
"Both Valverde and Rodrygo are special players. And that's how modern footballers should be. They can play in different positions and have technical and physical attributes," said Ancelotti.
Rodrygo, Real Madrid winger celebrates (c) AP Photo
The development of football requires players to be more dynamic. They must have complete abilities. Valverde and Rodrygo are ideal examples because he is not only good technically, but physically as well.
"The modern footballer is complete, has energy and quality," said Ancelotti.
"Modern football takes advantage of the intensity of the footballer because that is what it takes to play this game. Both players have developed a lot and we are happy because they are doing very well."
Source: Real Madrid