Spanish media react to Trent Alexander-Arnold display - 'Repeatedly outplayed'

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Liverpool IconLiverpool FC NewsFeaturesTrent Alexander-ArnoldTrent Alexander-Arnold has been criticized by the Spanish press following his display in Real Madrid's Champions League playoff second leg against Benfica on WednesdaySpanish media have reacted to Trent Alexander-Arnold's display(Image: Getty Images)Trent Alexander-Arnold has been heavily criticized by Spanish media following his performance against Benfica on Wednesday.Real Madrid progressed to the Champions League round of 16 after securing a 3-1 aggregate victory, but the full-back remains under the spotlight. It provided a harsh critique of Alexander-Arnold, claiming that "his marking is nonexistent.'"The 27-year-old defender was matched up against Andreas Schjelderup on Benfica's left side, with the publication suggesting the Real full-back struggled in his head-to-head battle.

The assessment noted he was "repeatedly outplayed" by the winger.Alexander-Arnold played 90 minutes against Benfica(Image: Getty Images)Alexander-Arnold was credited with creating one opportunity that ought to have produced a goal. Nevertheless, the assessment noted: "His ability to deliver good crosses and accurate passes doesn't compensate for his defensive fragility in demanding matches."Alexander-Arnold garnered a more positive appraisal from AS.

Summarising his showing, the assessment concluded: "He continues to take steps forward."Marca opted to concentrate on Alexander-Arnold's defensive contributions, rather than his forward play. The assessment stated: "He was largely inactive in the build-up to Rafa Silva's opening goal, who scored easily after a Courtois save."Mundo Deportivo seemed underwhelmed by Alexander-Arnold's showing, though it refrained from heavily criticizing the right-back.