The progress of Real Madrid goalkeeper Andriy Lunin has not gone unnoticed. Madrid-based AS tells us how the Ukrainian goalkeeper is changing his fortunes.
The Ukrainian's recent performances for the Madrid team have sparked a debate about who should take the place in the "cream" goal. Andriy Lunin convinced Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti that he deserves to compete with Kepa for playing time.
According to AS, the Italian specialist sees no reason to return the Ukrainian to the bench as he has noticed his progress. Lunin has a much better save percentage (86%) than his rival (Kepa's figure dropped to 77%). The saves in the 1-1 match against Betis were the turning point. The performance at the Benito Villamarin Stadium shows that the Ukrainian is feeling confident, which is a dramatic change from previous years.
The publication notes that Lunin's good form and constant play for Real Madrid (he saved a penalty in the Champions League and played 3 dry matches in a month) could completely change the situation in the Ukrainian national team. In recent matches, Serhii Rebrov has given the role of first choice to Anatolii Trubin, who plays for Benfica. If Lunin remains the main goalkeeper for Madrid, it will turn the internal competition in the team upside down as they face the play-offs for Euro 2024.
Andriy Lunin is expected to start against Villareal on Sunday, 17 December. The match will start at 22:00 Kyiv time.