Melilla

Santiago Solari Poggio Isco was handed his first start under Santiago Solari as Real Madrid hosted Melilla in the Copa del Rey and he responded with two goals.

Luka Modric Isco is yet to start a game for Real Madrid since Santiago Solari took charge, with the coach reminding him no one is an automatic pick.

Santiago Solari Poggio Real Madrid caretaker boss Santiago Solari was pleased with Los Blancos' character in their 4-0 win over minnows Melilla.

Santiago Solari Poggio Santiago Solari may only be the interim coach at Real Madrid, but Nacho Fernandez said: "We will work as if he is here for the full season."

LaLiga's biggest clubs have avoided difficult draws in the last 32 of the Copa del Rey, although Real Madrid face a trip to Africa.

Santiago Solari Poggio Marco Asensio and Isco both hit braces as Real Madrid cruised to a resounding Copa del Rey win over third-tier Melilla.

Karim Benzema Santiago Solari got a win in his first game as interim Real Madrid boss, as they saw off Melilla in the Copa del Rey last-32 first leg.