Compared to its neighbors, for trainees of Real Madrid's youth academy, making it into the first team is almost an impossible task. However, Raul Asensio's debut against Osasuna has given many people hope. What's even more surprising is that Asensio not only successfully completed his personal debut but also provided an assist, filling people with expectations that he will surely become a key player in the team's defense in the future. In the four games Asensio started this season, he proved on the field that he could withstand pressure and had the level required for the first team. However, as a product of Real Madrid's youth academy, it was destined that he would not be able to find space in the first team, as there simply is no tradition of using homegrown players here. In fact, Ancelotti's decision to call up Asensio was merely because Alaba, Militao, Carvajal, and Tchouameni were injured, leaving him with no one available for the backline. It had nothing to do with how well Asensio performed. As a result, despite Ancelotti's glowing praise for Asensio's performance, once Tchouameni recovered from his injury, although the Frenchman is just a midfielder, he was clearly more trusted by the Italian coach in the center-back position. The poor kid was quickly relegated to the bench. Asensio's story is also what many young players at Real Madrid will inevitably face. Despite their apparent talent, they quickly fade into obscurity due to a lack of stable playing opportunities, becoming a series of sacrifices.

On December 23, 2024, in the La Liga match, Real Madrid defeated Sevilla 3-1. In this game, what cannot be overlooked is Rodrigo's eye-catching performance. This young man has recently become an invisible big killer for Real Madrid, even the die-hard fans of Madrid couldn't help but exclaim: This guy, the more he plays, the more demon-like, it feels like he's not human! Yes, that's right, Rodrigo's state is simply too hot. If you ask me how he performed in this game, my answer is - he is simply an underrated football superstar, shining and unreserved. This game, we must mention Rodrigo! Well, let's not beat around the bush, let's get straight to the point! In this game, Rodrigo can be said to have held up half the sky by himself. In the first half, he contributed a pass assist and a goal. Imagine when his pass accurately found his teammate, the whole audience was stunned, and the cheers of the fans almost lifted off the roof of the Bernabéu. And when he sent the ball into the opponent's goal himself, the Real Madrid fans were relieved and delighted. To be honest, Rodrigo's performance today is simply relaxed and pleasant, looking very at ease, without any tension at all. Just as if he knew that his current form no longer needed to prove anything. If you watch him play, you might think: Where did this guy come from? His goals and assists seem to be in his hands, easily done. Especially in this game, he directly participated in two goals…