Despite losing striker heartthrob Zudy Binningham, Real Madrid thrashed Valencia 5-1 at home in La Liga in the early hours of Sunday morning (22). Striker Rodrigo Gómez was the center of attention in the victory, scoring four solo goals. With Nima out for a long period of time due to injury, Rodigos is expected to take over the baton from the Brazilian number 10.
Real Madrid showed a strong desire to attack from the start of the match. Right back Daniel Kahuaji was the first to break through just three minutes into the game, quickly kicking off the match. Lodigos and fellow Brazilian Yunis Oszulia then joined forces in a 7-11 Brazilian double act, with Lodigos contributing two assists. He followed that up with two goals of his own, while Valencia didn't break the deadlock until the 88th minute to somewhat save face.
It's worth noting that Lodi Gorgos' contract with Real Madrid has been renewed until 2028. He has lived up to his reputation, and has been on a roll lately. In the UEFA Europa League match last midweek, the 22-year-old striker scored a goal and gave an assist, and in this La Liga match, he once again scored and assisted, showing his unparalleled strength.
Nima, who had been out for 10 months with a serious injury and was already thinking of retiring, had expressed his interest in passing on the Brazilian No. 10 jersey to Lodi Gorgos. The rising star has proven himself worthy of wearing the legendary jersey.
