La Liga 2016/17: Real Madrid 1 - 1 Villarreal - 5 Talking Points

MADRID, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 21: Alvaro Morata of Real Madrid CF reacts defeated during the La Liga match between Real Madrid CF and Villarreal CF at Santiago Bernabeu stadium on September 21, 2016 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Gonzalo Arroyo Moreno/Getty Images)
It was a frustrating day in front of goal for Alvaro Morata and co.

#5 Sergio Asenjo’s impressive performance

MADRID, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 21: Goalkeeper Sergio Asenjo of Villarreal CF stops the ball during the La Liga match between Real Madrid CF and Villarreal CF at Santiago Bernabeu stadium on September 21, 2016 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Gonzalo Arroyo Moreno/Getty Images)
Asenjo made two important saves against Madrid last night

The Spaniard has been one of the Liga’s most consistent performers over the years, and he showed that yesterday by making 5 smart saves against the rampaging Real onslaught, mostly in the second half.

Most notably, he saved good shots taken by Benzema and Morata in either half. The save he made off Morata was a shot taken from just outside the 6-yard box, to which he reacted smartly and made a reflex save to claw the ball away from goal.

He showed assuredness and experience through the duration of the game, keeping a cool head and directing Villarreal’s defence.

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