Tue Jan 07 13:34:15 UTC 2025: ## Valverde Stars in Real Madrid’s Copa del Rey Rout, Praises Youth Debutants

**Madrid, Spain** – Federico Valverde was instrumental in Real Madrid’s commanding 5-0 victory over Deportivo Minera in the Copa del Rey on [Insert Date]. The midfielder scored a goal, bringing his season tally to seven and solidifying his position as the team’s fourth-highest scorer. However, Valverde’s post-match comments focused not only on his own performance but also on the impressive debuts of two Real Madrid youth academy players, Lorenzo and Diego Aguado.

“We all had a good performance,” Valverde told Real Madrid TV. “But I want to highlight the youngsters who made their debut tonight. They were in very good form. I hope they continue on this path, training and working hard – they will be rewarded.”

Valverde, known for his versatility and work ethic, emphasized his commitment to the team’s success above individual accolades. “I’m there to help the team in the best way possible, working, defending, helping a little in attack… and if I can score goals, even better,” he stated. He also expressed gratitude for the continued confidence shown in him by the manager.

Despite the significant disparity in team rankings, Valverde stressed the importance of treating every match with utmost seriousness. “This is another match where you’re playing for life or death,” he explained. “You have to go out to win and give your all. We can’t give anything away, because we’re playing away; for us it’s like a final, and we gave it our all.”

The win underscores Real Madrid’s strength in depth, showcasing both established stars like Valverde and the promising talent emerging from their youth system. Valverde’s performance, combined with the impressive debuts of the Aguado brothers, augurs well for the club’s future prospects.

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