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Real Madrid coach Solari defends freezing out Isco, Marcelo for Real Betis win

Real Madrid coach Santiago Solari denies he has personal problems with Isco and Marcelo after victory at Real Betis.

Solari once again left Isco out of the side and he was joined in being frozen out on this occasion by Marcelo.

"I have to make decisions for specific moments," he said after the 2-1 win.

"We have many injured players, especially in attack, so I had to find solutions to try to win the game.

"Some will play and some will not.

"We have three competitions and there will be another game in three days, so players will get chances.

"There is nothing personal with anyone.

"I'm sorry to be repeating myself, but the squad is what it is and we do the best we can.

"Everyone can play and everyone is part of the group, I have said that from my first day here."

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