Benzema has an escort

Zidane repeated the offensive trident for the first time since Real Madrid returned from the break. It is true that much of the blame lies with rotations and also Hazard's physical problems, although much also has to do the good performance that the attack composed by Asensio, Benzema and Rodrygo has offered.

The connection between the three began to forge in the second half against Getafe. Rodrygo and Asensio's departure improved Madrid, that he could not find the formula to open spaces in the orderly defense of Bordalás. The Brazilian occupied the right and the Balearic left. Zidane's men gained depth and presence in attack.

With them came the best minutes of the team, which until then was quite gray, and also the penalty caused by Carvajal and transformed by Ramos that gave the only goal for the Whites.

That good performance served for Zidane to give them the title in a key match, against Athletic in San Mamés. It was an award for a Rodrygo who started in the first game and then disappeared (three games in a row without minutes). It also meant the culmination of Asensio's definitive recovery: he was already prepared to start at an important match.

Especially positive in that match was the performance of Asensio, one of the most outstanding of Madrid in San Mamés. Fast, participatory and providing two centers that touched the goal.

Against Alavés, Zizou He kept his confidence in them and they responded again, especially in the second half. This time they changed bands (Asensio on the right and Rodrygo on the left), both occupying the demarcation in which they feel most comfortable. The Brazilian left several good actions, while Asensio scored the second goal and returned to offer a great tone.

With Benzema non-negotiable, Zidane has found two footballers who mix perfectly with the French. It is a demarcation with overbooking, although Asensio and Rodrygo have definitely jumped on the bandwagon of those who will be important. They will have to share the minutes with Hazard, already recovered, with Vinicius, in great shape, and with Isco, whom Zidane usually uses when he seeks more balance. What seems clear is that they have definitely overtaken Bale, who again saw Alavés the entire game from the bench …