James Rodriguez finally received the trust of Zinedine Zidane and was included in the starting lineup in the match against Barcelona's Espanyol.
Incredibly, in his first season wearing the Real Madrid jersey, the Colombian player lost his place in the starting lineup when coach Zidane arrived at the club. However, yesterday the attacking midfielder got a chance and took advantage of it - his goal helped the "Whites" to achieve victory against the Catalans.
For a long time, it was rumored in the press that Zidane hardly speaks to Rodriguez, and the Colombian player also avoids contact with the Frenchman. It seems that this was just yellow press speculation, as Zidane himself described Rodriguez as an ideal player.
"Zidane is my ideal, and Real Madrid is my dream club," Rodriguez said after the match. "I hope this dream will last for a very long time.
"My family and I are happy in Madrid. I will fight hard every day because I want to spend my whole career in this club.
"It's true that recently it has been difficult for me. But avoiding the media doesn't mean I have bad relationships with some people from the club.
We are a united team. Since my arrival, I have received exceptional support. I want to help the team win and achieve new records. I understand the coach's decisions, but he always knows that I am ready to help the team," concluded the author of the most beautiful goal of the 2014 World Cup.
