Aurelien Tchouameni's long-range strike gave Real Madrid a 1-0 victory over Copa del Rey runners-up Mallorca on Saturday and moved Carlo Ancelotti's side 11 points clear at the top of La Liga.
The French midfielder, who is suspended for Madrid's Champions League second leg next week, struck three minutes from time with a deflected 25-yard strike.
But it was Luka Modric who was the hidden hero of tonight's game. The Croatian international put in another solid performance. His stats say it all.
Luka Modrić vs Mallorca:
• 85 minutes
• 114 touches (most)
• 85/96 passes (most)
• 3 key passes (most)
• 1 big chance created
• 2/3 long balls
• 4/5 dribbles (most)
• 5 duels won
In the 85th minute, when he was substituted for Carvajal, the Majorca fans welcomed the Croatian's performance and gave him a standing ovation. Luka appreciated the warm gesture of the away fans from his side.
Luka getting a standing ovation is such a beautiful thing to witness!
