Trent Alexander-Arnold and Curtis Jones receive criticism after Champions League match

Real Madrid defeated Inter Milan 2-1 in a Champions League tie that featured former Liverpool teammates Trent Alexander-Arnold and Curtis Jones on opposing sides. Both players faced negative scrutiny from Spanish and Italian media following their performances. Jones, who joined Inter Milan for 30 million pounds recently, was criticized for losing possession during the sequence that led to the opening goal by Kylian Mbappe. Meanwhile, Alexander-Arnold struggled in a midfield role for Real Madrid, with observers noting that his defensive positioning and impact in possession were insufficient. Rafael van der Vaart questioned the physical fitness of Alexander-Arnold, while media reports described his midfield deployment as a failed experiment. Despite the criticism, both players remain under pressure to adjust to their respective tactical requirements in new club environments.

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