Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso appeared at a press conference after the victory over Juventus with a score of 1-0 in the third round of the Champions League group stage at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium.

The coach said: "What is your feeling? We knew it would be a competitive match; it had different moments. We improved and improved, and it was difficult for us to get into the atmosphere of the match. We adapted and performed very well. After the goal, our best moments came. We have a great goalkeeper; he has the quality for important nights in the Champions League. He shines in crucial moments. Three additional points, we are happy."

He added: "Güler is in the process of improving everything. He is 20 years old and has already played a few matches with Real Madrid. With his age and efficiency, we need to support him. He needs to improve his decision-making and pressing ability, but he has many good qualities. He brings great motivation to the game. When he participates, we have a better team dynamic; I am very happy with his progress, but we want more. He truly enjoys playing football. He wants to look for passes and execute free kicks... Wirtz was like that at Leverkusen. He is young, but he is a great player; he is in the process of developing, but at a high level."

Regarding the team's performance decline after the goal: "We had to defend the result; Juventus pressed us more. They pushed us hard. This is the Champions League, there are no easy wins. You have to enjoy defending the win. This is normal."

About Jude Bellingham: "He had a very complete match. There were no spaces. It was hard to find him between the lines. I liked his match against Getafe, and I liked his performance today. He also scored a goal. I am very happy for him; he enjoyed playing and was a fierce competitor."

On Bellingham's preferred position: "He is a midfielder, capable of building and determined to finish attacks. He is the player who covers wide spaces. He has many different qualities. That’s why he is so well-rounded, one of the most complete players in the world."

He continued: "We are doing well; let’s see this week. We have been continuously improving. We have performed well, and some others have not. It’s the Clasico match; it means a lot."

He emphasized: "We were not good at the beginning. We knew why we were disorganized. We will correct that."

He added: "I ask Bellingham to feel involved in the game and to be as effective as possible. We need to put him in ideal positions. Achieving numbers is the result of many factors."

He noted: "We understand the importance of Sunday’s match; we do not exaggerate expectations; we understand its significance. We will play against Barcelona, who have a significant impact on the team standings. We will prepare ourselves well."

Regarding Militao's brilliance after a long injury: "Militao’s return at this level is great news. We witness that. We see it in every match. His recovery of those feelings makes us very happy; he feels increasing strength and greater determination. I believe he will improve more and more."

He concluded: "Will Dean Houseman play in the Clasico? I will tell you on Saturday."