ZIDANE: I HAVE NOTHING ABOUT JAMES

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Last night the 25 year old Colombian international and the Real Madrid star punched the Real Madrid bench after his substitution against the Leganes side.

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The 44 year Old Real Madrid supremo Zinedine Zidane avouched that he has nothing against James Rodriguez despite he punched in the dugout after being substituted last night.

The Colombian superstar was frustrated after he was substituted in the second half,

In place of him the Real Madrid coach introduced the Spanish midfielder Isco into the field.

Last night the Colombian international showcased a fine display against their counterpart as he scored the opening goal for his side and also assists Alvaro Morata.

Last night after the substitution the Colombian international punched in the dugout and walk straight past the Real Madrid head coach.

Though the Real Madrid full back Marcelo tries to calm him down he showed his anger by punching in the dugout.

This season the Real Madrid attacker James Rodriguez has only played two fully matches for the Real Madrid side,

And the coach express that he understands his frustration.

Zidane said: "I have not spoken with him – it is normal that a player wants to play the full 90 minutes,"

"These are things that happen and that is it. I don't have anything against James, quite the opposite.

"It is true that he isn't on the pitch as much, but he is offensive and works hard.

"It happens with Karim [Benzema] too. I am happy with him and it is normal that he is annoyed to be substituted. 

"He played well and I am pleased with that. I do things for the good of the team, I understand his annoyance but he is going to keep being important."

Last night in their game the Real Madrid head coach made total nine changes.

He rested Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale and many others because of their crucial upcoming matches.

The Real Madrid head coach said: "Asensio had a great game, we all know about his quality,"

"All of the players have it tough. We need everyone. You talk about substitutes and starting players, but we are all in the same boat together.

"It is clear that I am happy, but it is because I have a great squad."

At this moment the Real Madrid side is sitting two points clear than the Barcelona side with one game in their hand.