Real Madrid starlet Franco Mastantuono continues to impress fans and legends alike with his strong start at the Santiago Bernabéu. Former Los Blancos icon Ángel Di María has praised the teenager’s fearless attitude and maturity, saying his drive to “take on the world” will make him a success in Madrid.
Franco Mastantuono Impresses with His First Real Madrid Goal
The 18-year-old Argentine forward made headlines after scoring his first goal for Real Madrid in the 4–1 victory over Levante — a match that also featured a Kylian Mbappé brace and a Vinícius Júnior strike. Mastantuono described the moment as “incredible,” noting that it coincided with the 72nd anniversary of Alfredo Di Stéfano’s debut goal for the club.
Under new manager Xabi Alonso, the youngster has quickly earned regular first-team minutes following his big-money transfer from River Plate. His chemistry with fellow rising talent Arda Güler has added fresh energy and creativity to Madrid’s attacking lineup.
Ángel Di María: “He Wants to Take On the World”
Real Madrid legend Ángel Di María, now back at Rosario Central, expressed admiration for Mastantuono’s fearless mindset and personality. Speaking about the new Bernabéu sensation, Di María said:
“His skill, that mischievousness of always going for it and wanting to take on the world, is a very good thing. They are going to value him highly.”
Di María also highlighted how smoothly Mastantuono has integrated into the squad, emphasizing that his confidence and professionalism are rare qualities for a player of his age.
“I’m very happy that an Argentine is back at Real Madrid now and is representing us so well. For an 18-year-old, he has a lot of personality,” he added.
Calm and Confident: Mastantuono’s Mental Strength
Despite the immense pressure that comes with wearing the Real Madrid jersey, Mastantuono has shown remarkable calmness. His composure has been noted by Spanish media, who see him as one of the most mature young talents in European football.
After scoring his debut goal, Mastantuono told Real Madrid TV:
“I feel really relaxed. It’s a pleasure, a dream come true for me to be here, and I’m staying calm about it. I try to deal with it naturally. My family, my friends, my people keep me grounded and help me enjoy what I do — the most beautiful job in the world.”
A Bright Future for Real Madrid’s New Star
With his blend of skill, maturity, and determination, Franco Mastantuono is emerging as one of Real Madrid’s most exciting prospects. Under Xabi Alonso’s guidance and with mentors like Ángel Di María cheering him on, the young Argentine looks set to play a key role in Los Blancos’ future success.
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