Real Madrid 2-0 Osasuna: Six observations and tactical review | LaLiga 2019-20

#3 Areola handed a surprise debut by Zidane

Areola wasn't required as Osasuna failed to register a single shot on target

For the second consecutive game, Real Madrid succeeded in keeping a clean sheet.

Osasuna failed to register a single shot on target, which pretty much sums up debutant Alphonse Areola's night.

However, he did impress the Bernabeu faithful as he exuded confidence with his ball-handling. He wasn't afraid to run off his line, complemented by the fact that he made a good block in the first half.

The most impressive highlight of his debut was his leap akin to an NBA player, where he collected a cross using just his right hand.

All in all, it was a very encouraging performance from the debutant.

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#4 Kroos and Casemiro continue to shore up the midfield

Toni Kroos has started the season in fine form

Toni Kroos dictated the tempo of the game and assisted Vinícius Jr for the first goal of the night. He orchestrated the game from the middle third with his accurate passing. With a team-high 4 shots, the German showed an eye for goal.

Fede Valverde's inclusion in the line-up meant Casemiro was provided with a tad more freedom to advance up the field. He dominated the proceedings, as he was a wall in front of the defence. He made some crucial tackles to breakdown the attacks by Osasuna.

Valverde didn't contribute significantly in either offence or defence. However, for a player who made a return from injury and had only a 14-minute cameo against Sevilla, the amount of energy and effort in his game was commendable.