Gareth Bale and the Welsh national team may not be participating in the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, but this exclusion doesn’t diminish the standing of the Real Madrid player as a top-class attacker. Recent performances, including an impressive hat-trick against Real Valladolid, have earned Bale accolades, notably from Real Madrid’s assistant coach, Zinedine Zidane.
Zidane, with a touch of humor, expressed his concern about Gareth Bale’s growing prowess. Initially, Bale had a subdued start after his high-profile €100 million transfer, but he has significantly picked up his form in recent matches, particularly in the absence of the injured Cristiano Ronaldo.
Scoring a hat-trick in the latest fixture, Bale’s goal tally now stands at nine in twelve appearances. Zidane emphasized Bale’s versatility as a complete attacker, acknowledging his goal-scoring ability, playmaking skills, and proficiency in free kicks. Zidane affirmed that these qualities were well-known before Bale’s arrival, justifying the significant effort made to secure his transfer to Real Madrid during the summer.
