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Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde has expressed his delight and pride at representing the club after featuring in the Copa del Rey win over Deportivo Minera. Los Blancos emerged comfortable winners over the fourth division outfit, claiming a 5-0 win to progress to the Round of 16 in the competition.
Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti rang the changes for the clash against the minnows at their Cartagonova home but kept all-action midfielder Valverde in the starting XI. The Uruguay international featured for the first half, finding the net for his side before getting a deserved rest at the break. He spoke with the media after the clash, pointing out that he feels pride at the opportunity to continue to feature for the club, even in tiredness.
