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'When Bale scored in the Champions League final he was happy' - Zidane plays down Wales banner criticism

Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has moved to play down any suggestion he would be upset with Gareth Bale following the controversy surrounding the forward's recent appearances for Wales.

Bale has not made an appearance for Madrid since October 5 due to a calf injury, but was fit to line up for his national side against both Azerbaijan and Hungary over the past week as Ryan Giggs' team secured their place at Euro 2020.

The former Tottenham star was pictured after the Hungary game celebrating with a Wales flag which included the words "Wales.