Isco

The first big blow for Lopetegui landed with the visit of Sevilla, when Madrid’s image became scratched and torn as they lost 3-0

AS editor Alfredo Relaño analyses the latest round of fixtures in the Copa del Rey, with Atlético Madrid out to GIrona, and Real Madrid through despite defeat to Leganés.

Sunday's LaLiga action was brought to a close at the Villamarín, where Real Madrid needed a late Dani Ceballos free-kick to secure maximum points.

It would appear that the footballing goblins have conspired to help Isco with their mischief making. It wouldn't be odd to me, though, because he is such an attractive player...

Football, eh!? Doing nothing or sometimes less, Dembélé's performances were being questioned, and worse. Then it all changed...