Crushed 4-0 by a ruthless Barcelona, Real Madrid’s players struggled in their first Clasico of the season. This defeat at Santiago Bernabéu revealed key weaknesses in Ancelotti’s tactical approach. Here are the ratings for the Madrid players after a night filled with disappointment.
Andriy Lunin: 5
Starting in place of the injured Thibaut Courtois, Lunin was solid but faced difficulties with his footwork, nearly making costly errors under Barcelona’s high press. Despite two goals conceded, he pulled off crucial saves to avoid a heavier defeat.
Lucas Vázquez: 5.5
With Carvajal out, Vázquez took the right-back spot but faced trouble, especially defending against Raphinha’s dangerous runs. Although active in attack, he struggled to contain the Brazilian winger, exposing Real’s defense.
Éder Militão: 4
Started strong with a key interception to stop Lewandowski but became overwhelmed by Barcelona’s speed and left exploitable gaps. A below-par performance for the usually reliable defender.
Antonio Rüdiger: 4.5
Initially imposing, Rüdiger’s aggression in marking Lewandowski faded as the match progressed, leaving openings that Barcelona capitalized on. Despite a few timely interventions, he ultimately failed to control his zone.
Ferland Mendy: 4
While he managed to contain Lamine Yamal at times, Mendy’s errant passes added unnecessary pressure, and his poor positioning contributed to Lewandowski’s opening goal. A shaky performance from the fullback.
Aurélien Tchouaméni: 6
Quietly effective, Tchouaméni provided solid defensive cover and disrupted Barcelona’s play but lacked an offensive spark. Reliable in his defensive role, he compensated for his teammates’ lapses.
Eduardo Camavinga: 7
Camavinga was Madrid’s standout, dominating the midfield and showcasing creative flair. His intelligent distribution included a pinpoint pass to Vinicius Jr that went unconverted. A nearly flawless performance.
Federico Valverde: 6
Valverde’s usual energy covered ground, but he struggled to make a decisive impact offensively, appearing subdued for a match of this magnitude. His efforts lacked the sharp edge required in the Clasico.
Jude Bellingham: 4
Expected to shine, Bellingham was well-marked by Barcelona and rarely influenced the play. His isolated position limited his usual dynamic play, resulting in a quiet performance.
Vinícius Jr: 5.5
Known for his flair, Vinícius frequently troubled Barcelona’s defense with his quick movements but failed to deliver in critical moments, missing a prime chance in the 22nd minute. His solo attempts hindered the potential to link with Mbappé.
Kylian Mbappé: 5.5
In his Clasico debut, Mbappé worked tirelessly, creating opportunities and scoring twice, though both goals were called off for tight offsides. His energy was evident, but his impact was diminished by the close margins.
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