Stats: Real Madrid star makes immediate impact for France with lively cameo against Italy

Stats: Real Madrid star makes immediate impact for France with lively cameo against Italy Real Madrid star Eduardo Camavinga has enjoyed an impressive international break with France, making up for the World Cup he missed out on. He did not need much time to make his presence felt for France against Italy, producing an impressive 14-minute cameo in the Nations League encounter. The Los Blancos midfielder entered late in the contest but immediately became involved, registering two shots on target and creating one chance while barely putting a foot wrong in possession. Camavinga wastes no time Camavinga completed nine of his 10 attempted passes and succeeded with his only dribble. The 23-year-old was equally effective when challenged, winning both of his duels. He also recorded one recovery and two clearances during his short appearance. Two shots on target in only 14 minutes are particularly noteworthy. Camavinga is not generally judged by his goal threat but showed a willingness to attack the box. It followed his strong performance against Belgium earlier in the international window , when he completed 62 of 66 passes, created three chances and won six ground duels. Another reminder for Mourinho For Jose Mourinho, these international performances should be encouraging. Real Madrid have considerable midfield competition, with Aurelien Tchouameni, Fede Valverde and Bernardo Silva among the options available alongside Camavinga. Camavinga, however, offers a skill set that is hard to replicate. His ability to carry the ball through pressure, cover ground defensively and operate in several midfield roles gives Mourinho considerable tactical flexibility. Camavinga has the chance to play an important role for Madrid. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images) Fourteen minutes against Italy is obviously too small a sample size. However, viewed alongside the Belgium performance, it becomes much more encouraging. Camavinga took responsibility in the minutes he was given. He demanded possession, progressed play and tested the goalkeeper twice. Camavinga will return to Madrid facing fierce competition for minutes, but performances like this could strengthen his case. Fede Valverde is currently nursing an injury and Aurelien Tchouameni has just returned from one. Meanwhile, Bernardo Silva has not exactly set the stage alight at the Bernabeu. With Mourinho still trying to identify his preferred midfield duo, the door remains open for the Frenchman, and it remains to be seen how his role in the team develops.