Fede Valverde became the MVP of the first Spanish Super Cup played in Saudi Arabia. Real Madrid won the match played in Jeddah with a penalty after a goalless draw and extra time. Five minutes before the end of extra time, Fede Valverde interrupted Morata’s movement with a fierce kick as he was advancing alone towards Atlético’s goal. The Uruguayan guarantees that he will repeat the action.
“This club wants you to win. I will repeat this for the sake of the team. Whether we win 3-0 or lose, no, because I will not hit an emotionless teammate. But if the match ended in a draw, out of pride, for my teammates, for the team, yes I would do it. These are the values they taught me, the values of winning,” explains Fede Valverde at the Al Nassr facilities a day before the Super Cup semi-final.
This will be the first of three Madrid derbies to be played in a month and will also be contested in the league and the last 16 of the Copa del Rey. “For me it’s great to play these games, the best thing is to compete against the best and Atletico is one of the best in the world.. It will be very exciting. We will play for the championship tomorrow. We have to play with a lot of characters in these games and show the fans that we are here to fight for everything.
The Uruguayan player currently plays in the center position. Maybe with the return of Tchouaméni I will leave this post. He feels very comfortable and he likes it. “When Madrid saw me, they were playing 5-a-side. I always talked to my wife and father, that’s where I enjoy it the most because I can contribute to attack and defense and add a lot to the match. I can do my best, I really enjoy this position”.