On Friday (21st) morning, Real Madrid visited Elche in the round of 16 of the Spanish Cup, after 120 minutes of fierce fighting, with 10 men, with Esco and Chassart scoring, a dramatic 2-1 victory to advance, coach Ancelotti praised the team's character after the game, the two goal-scoring heroes can be expected to have more chances to play in the second half of the season.
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The visitors failed to break through Elche's defense and played a 0-0 draw in 90 minutes. The overtime period was full of excitement.
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Left-winger Marcelo was sent off in the 102nd minute for an infringement on the opponent's one-man striker, and Elche also scored on the penalty kick, which was scored by Gonzalo Wardo. Fewer players
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A couple of backups made good plays in the 108th minute as Danny Sparrows' shot hit Esco and changed direction into the net, and Chasseur scored in the 115th minute with a one-touch shot past the opposing keeper, leading the way.
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Fantastic counter win.
Both Esco and Chassat were
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The goal was also Chassat's first in all competitions this season and Esco's first in the last 4 months. After the match, Anzilotti said: "I'm so happy, this is the most satisfying game of the season for me, the team showed character and never give up spirit. I'm especially happy for Esco and Chasseur, who haven't had much of a chance to play lately, but they were ready and played a key role in this game.
