Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois is very impressed by Trent Alexander-Arnolds “unbelievable” crossing ability and described his new teammate as a “nightmare” for goalkeepers.
The England defender provided his first assist for Madrid when he delivered a perfect cross for Gonzalo García to score in the 1-0 win against Juventus at the Club World Cup.
“He could have provided several assists already in the tournament,” Courtois said of the former Liverpool full-back. I don think Ive seen anyone with his quality in striking and crossing. If you believe four tweeters who think the level is s—, you
e wrong.
“We, who understand football, know that Brazilian teams are good…and not that European teams are the best. We
e having a lot of good and interesting matches to watch, and we have to keep working so that, God willing, we can reach the final. The 21-year old has deputised for Kylian Mbappé while the French forward recovered from gastroenteritis.
“I didn expect him to score three goals in four games but I knew that he would work well,” Madrid coach Xabi Alonso said of García. “I have confidence in him and he is earning that trust.
