Mastantuno: I Cannot Be Compared to Di Stefano, and This is What the Coach Expects from Me

The young Argentine striker Franco Mastantuno scored his first goal in a Real Madrid shirt at the Ciudad de Valencia stadium on the evening of Tuesday, September 23, the same date that witnessed the legendary Alfredo Di Stefano scoring his first goals for the royal team 72 years ago.

In statements to Real Madrid TV, Mastantuno expressed his happiness saying: "This is what they told me when I joined the team. It's amazing. Of course, I cannot compare myself to a great player like Di Stefano, but these little details are very wonderful and make the moment unforgettable. I was looking forward to it, and fortunately, it happened tonight, and the best part is that the team achieved a big win."

Regarding the goal, he clarified: "Vinicius started the play wonderfully and saw me on the other side (the right). I was lucky to finish the attack. It's strange that I missed easier chances than this goal, but I am very happy that I scored."

On his coach's instructions, he said: "He asks me to play on the right side with my other foot, to communicate with my teammates, to create individual situations, and to help defensively. These are roles I feel comfortable doing, and I hope to continue adding value to the team."

He concluded his remarks about his maturity saying: "I deal with it very calmly. Playing for Real Madrid is a big dream and honor, but I make sure to keep it natural. My family, friends, and environment help me stay calm and enjoy what I do, which is the most beautiful work in the world."