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Zidane marvels at 'f*cking great' Real Madrid midfield after derby delight

Zinedine Zidane believes his Real Madrid midfield stars have rediscovered their best form after an influential display in their 2-0 win over Atletico Madrid.

Casemiro, Luka Modric and Toni Kroos started together in La Liga for just the third time this season on Saturday and Zidane's team selection proved effective against their city rivals.

Madrid took the lead through Casemiro's header and then extended their advantage courtesy of a Jan Oblak own goal in the second half.

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