Real Madrid got the better of city rivals Atletico Madrid on Sunday evening, as they secured a 3-2 victory at the Bernabeu after goals from Vinicius Junior (x2) and Fede Valverde.
He was rather busy, and although he was beaten twice, he made the saves that were expected of him.
Fortunate not to concede a penalty in the opening minutes for a challenge on Marcos Llorente, which summed up a difficult performance for the Real Madrid captain.
Atleti did not pose much of a threat down the middle of the park, but Rudiger dealt with what came his way.
He’s slowly returning to his best version. He was largely dominant, although he could have done better for Atlet’s first goal.
Struggled up against Atleti’s rampaging right side of Llorente and Giuliano Simeone.
He continued his excellent goalscoring form in the second half, after he came so close in the first. His night turned when he was sent off for a challenge on Alex Baena, although Real Madrid were able to hang on for the victory.
Atleti barely threatened down the middle of the pitch, and that was largely due to Tchouameni’s influence. Once again, he was impressive.
Did a power of work, so it was no surprise that he was taken off relatively early in the second half.
Impressive performance from Guler, who will need to be at his best going forward in order to keep his place in the line-up, now that Jude Bellingham is back.
Won the penalty for Real Madrid’s first goal, and on the whole, his performance justified the decision for him to start over Kylian Mbappe.
Once again, he is decisive. Scored from the penalty spot to equalise at 1-1, before firing home the winning goal late on. Real Madrid would be in a much worse position than they are right now had they not had their number 7.
Provided the assist for Vinicius’ winning goal.
Looked sharp when he came on.
Worked hard.
His first appearance in almost two months, he sought to help Real Madrid manage the match late on.
Came on late as cover after Valverde’s red card.
