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Solari satisfied with 'decisive' Isco despite benching Spain star

The midfielder was given just 10 minutes off the bench against Valencia, but the Real Madrid coach said he is happy with the Spain star

Santiago Solari is satisfied with Isco despite only using the Spain playmaker as a late substitute in Saturday's 2-0 La Liga win at home to Valencia.

Isco was not in Solari's 18 for Tuesday's Champions League victory at Roma and was on the bench for Saturday's visit of Valencia.

An early own goal from Daniel Wass set up the victory with Lucas Vazquez making sure of the points shortly after Isco's introduction, with Madrid grateful to goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois for key saves.