Valverde: Happy to achieve victory, and this is what I want with Real Madrid

Federico Valverde, midfielder for Real Madrid, spoke about the victory his team achieved against Elche 3-2, confirming his happiness with the win and the performance his teammates delivered, especially considering the changes that occurred in the starting lineup.

Federico Valverde said in his post-match comments: "I am happy, very happy with this win. I think we didn't relax too much, and we had a first half that I believe is one of our best this season. We are happy with the result and happy to return to winning in this way."

Regarding the brilliant pass from Yan Diomande that created the second goal, he said: "In the end, they are very fast players. We always try in training to get to know and understand each other better, with Yan, who is a player with all the qualities when he goes forward and faces one-on-one situations. I trust him, and we all trust him, and I knew he would get the chance to provide an assist or score. And indeed, the game ended with a stunning pass to Kylian, and of course, Kylian always scores goals."

He continued: "In truth, we are happy with the win, and I am very pleased for my teammates who delivered an excellent match, especially the goalscorers who were present at the time they needed to be."

Speaking about the importance of Real Madrid relying on all team members, especially after making five changes compared to the previous match, Valverde said: "As I told you, in the end, when you win, it is always important to continue fighting in LaLiga and stay at the top, and to keep gaining confidence. We had to arrive well for the derby this weekend, and I think this gives us a great boost and positive energy, and now it is time to rest and prepare for the next match."

Speaking about reaching 250 matches in LaLiga with Real Madrid: "Oh... it's tough. I tell him to enjoy every moment. One never imagines reaching this number, nor achieving all these things. I have achieved a lot here, and I want to continue achieving more titles, to keep writing history at this club, and to leave a mark with my name engraved in this great club, the best club in the world. For me, it is a great honor and satisfaction to continue achieving these numbers and accomplishments with the team, and as I always say: as long as the team wins, one is happy."

Speaking about the upcoming Madrid derby against Atlético Madrid, scheduled to take place in five days, Valverde said: "We are arriving well as I told you, with great enthusiasm, desire, and high energy. It was very important to win today to arrive with high morale for the next match. We are happy with the victory, happy with the team's situation, and happy with what the teammates on the pitch and the substitutes also contributed, as they are very important for us and today they changed the course of the match, so we are very happy with everything."