Nacho : Lopez is pure class

Nacho Fernandez has praised the form of Diego Lopez following another top-class performance from the Real Madrid keeper in the 2-2 draw with Villarreal on Saturday.

Lopez has been a regular feature between the posts for los Merengues this season and has been preferred to Iker Casillas in all four of his side's La Liga fixtures so far.

While he was disappointed to leave with just one point, Nacho was quick to praise the performance of the shot-stopper in the game at El Madrigal, whilst also reserving a special mention for Madrid debutants Asier Illarramendi and Gareth Bale.

"He is a great goalkeeper and it is showing," the 23-year-old defender told AS.

"It was a very intense game. We knew they were looking to come forward. Both teams gave it everything.

"Both teams had chances and it was a shame not to get the win. But Bale and Illarramendi did a great job and helped the team."

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Real Madrid Champions League squad

FULL SQUAD

Goalkeepers: 
Casillas
Fernandez
Lopez

Defenders:
Varane,
Pepe,
Ramos,
Coentrao,
Marcelo,
Carvajal,
Arbeloa,
Nacho,
Casado

Midfielders:
Khedira,
Bale,
Alonso,
Casemiro,
Modric,
Di Maria,
Isco,
Illarramendi,
Garcia

Attackers:
Ronaldo,
Benzema,
Rodriguez,
Morata

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Nacho : I cant believe it

Nacho Fernandez has said that he is surprised from Del Bosque call , to represent Spain vs Finland.

The Real Madrid defender was omitted from coach Vicente del Bosque's original panel but, following injuries to a number of personnel, the 23-year-old was called up.

"This is a dream come true" - were the first words of Nacho.

"I can’t really believe it. To be honest, I didn’t really believe it even after hearing it, until this morning I was finally able to get a look at the newspapers with the news and my photo in all of them.

"It's a gift from above."

Spain will play vs Finland at 6th September for the World CUp Qualifiers.

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