The 26-year-old scored within three minutes of his introduction to rescue a point for his side, reminding Julen Lopetegui he can be decisive
The question of how to fit Isco into a Real Madrid side with three forwards is one that has never been properly answered, but the Andalusian magician insists it is asked, again and again.
Thrown on to try and save Los Blancos from a first La Liga defeat of the season, Isco took just three minutes to pull Madrid level against Athletic Club and rescue a 1-1 draw at San Mames on Saturday.
With a bright appearance from the bench Isco showed coach Julen Lopetegui he must be relied upon as Madrid attempt to wrestle the league title back from arch-rivals Barcelona.