Zidane appeared in the press room at the Santiago Bernabéu to discuss his team's win over Espanyol that consolidated their place at the top of the table. The coach was full of praise for his players: “I'm happy because it shows they're all focused and committed to what we're doing. It's more difficult for the players who get less minutes, but they don't show it. You can see they're all prepared when the team needs them and that's great”.



“We've got 24 very good players and we want to be all together in everything we do. The players are happy to be able to help the team when they get their chance, that's the most important thing. We know we've got a lot of games and we'll need everyone. Now we have two games away from home, there are only two teams that can pick up more points on Wednesday and that's crucial. Then next weekend it's another difficult away trip”.



Bale

“I'm happy to have him back. He was eager to get back playing again. When he came on, I told him to go out and enjoy himself, that was all I said. We'd discussed his position previously. He's a key player and we're all happy, especially the player himself. Gareth is Gareth. We've only got one Gareth Bale, but we've got other players who are doing a great job”.