Live Real Madrid Blog: Julen Lopetegui praises Gareth Bale's influence in win over Getafe

Real Madrid coach Julen Lopetegui hailed the performance of Gareth Bale after the Welshman scored one goal and created another in his team’s 2-0 win over Getafe.

Bale’s cross was headed in by Dani Carvajal for Real’s opening goal in their first match of the new campaign in La Liga, and he later scored his side’s second at the Bernabeu.

“I was pleased with the team in general and Gareth put in a great performance,” said Lopetegui.

“Bale offers us solutions. He played well, like many of his teammates.”

11:00am – Asensio impressed with Real Madrid display 

Marco Asensio suggested Real Madrid’s 2-0 win over Getafe was the best possible start to their La Liga season.

The hosts bounced back from their UEFA Super Cup defeat to Atletico Madrid thanks to goals in either half from Dani Carvajal and Gareth Bale.

Speaking after the game, Asensio said: “It was very important to do well. We played a complete game and this was the way to start in the league.”

8.40am: Nacho says Bale has nothing to prove

Real Madrid defender Nacho has insisted Gareth Bale has nothing to prove as he attempts to plug the gap left by Cristiano Ronaldo.

The Wales international was on the scoresheet in Real’s 2-0 victory over Getafe in new coach Julen Lopetegui’s first La Liga game at the helm on Sunday evening.

Speaking afterwards, Nacho told the club’s official website, www.realmadrid.com: “As for Bale, he does not have to follow Ronaldo’s path. He [Ronaldo] marked a time here.

“Bale is a very important player for us and has won many things here and does not have to prove anything to anyone. He has the confidence of all and surely he will do it very well.