15.12.2025 10:25
In the match where Real Madrid defeated Alaves 2-1, Arda Güler's one-touch pass from his own half became one of the critical moments of the game. Although Vinicius Junior provided the assist for the goal, the main topic of discussion regarding the play was Arda. This pass drew criticism towards Real Madrid's head coach Xabi Alonso. While some football fans criticized the decision to use Arda in a more defensive role during the match, they emphasized that the national player showcased his talent with a single pass despite this role.
In the 16th week of La Liga, Real Madrid defeated Alaves 2-1 in an away match. The goal scored by Rodrygo in the 76th minute brought the victory, with the assist coming from Vinicius Junior. However, the main talking point of the situation was Arda Güler.
THE HIDDEN ARCHITECT OF THE VICTORY ARDA GÜLER
As the clock showed 76 minutes, after an intervention by the Real Madrid defense during an Alaves attack, the ball remained in front of Arda Güler. The national player, as soon as he controlled the ball in his own half, saw Vinicius Junior without a second thought and sent a perfect pass behind the defense with a single touch. The ball, which Vinicius quickly carried into the penalty area, resulted in Rodrygo's goal.
This pass highlighted Arda Güler, who initiated the play, rather than the player who provided the assist for the goal. Comments on social media emphasized the phrase "the player who made the assist of the assist."
WENT VIRAL ON SOCIAL MEDIA, ALONSO CRITICIZED
Arda Güler's pass quickly went viral on social media, while criticisms towards Real Madrid's head coach Xabi Alonso also drew attention. Some football fans criticized the use of Arda in a more defensive role during the match, while emphasizing that the national player showcased his talent with a single pass despite this role.
ARDA'S SEASON REPORT CARD
Starting in the first 11, Arda Güler stayed on the field for 78 minutes. The national player has contributed 4 goals and 9 assists in the 29 matches he has played for Real Madrid this season.