'When I don't play, things are different': Nacho makes big statement after Bilbao win

"This year has been difficult for me," Nacho has told the media.

"I'm happy to show that every time I play I do well. I am happy when I play – when I don't play, things look different..." the Real Madrid veteran added.

The defender has had a brilliant performance against Athletic Bilbao.

Nacho reportedly considered leaving Real Madrid after receiving little game time in the past few months. However, now he's back into starting eleven and he proves he's worth being there.

The 33-year-old has been replacing injured Dani Carvajal and Lucas Vazquez on the right.