Daniel Ceballos uncover the key Real Madrid able to get up after trailing two goals from Villarreal. The hunger for victory makes Madrid possible comeback in this fight.
Real Madrid is extraordinary comeback to win 3-2 over Villarreal in the last 16 round of the Copa del Rey presented at the Estadio de la Ceramica on Friday (20/1/2023). El Real got up after being left behind by two goals in the first half.
The visiting team fell behind due to goals from Etienne Capoue and Samuel Chukwueze. Los Blancos turned things around after the break with goals from Vinicius Jr, Eder Militao, and Dani Ceballos.
Ceballos became one of the best performers for Madrid. Entering in the 56th minute to replace Toni Kross, he was able to turn on Los Blancos’ attack.
Apart from making the winning goal, Ceballos also made an assist for Vinicius’ goal. The player who once played for Arsenal was also involved in Madrid’s second goal.
Ceballos revealed the key to Madrid’s revival. He considered that Madrid was always hungry for victory so that they did not give up even in difficult conditions.
“We had a very bad first half and the game was an uphill battle. But as the coach said, when we faced him, we brought with us the hunger and courage that makes us proud with this crest. That’s how we turned things around,” Ceballos was quoted as saying. from the Madrid site.
“They took the lead very early and started to dominate the game. But the team did well to stay in the game, something we have done in previous matches. You should never underestimate this team,” he explained.
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