2023-08-12 22:41:56
Individual reviewReal Madrid celebrated an important 2-0 (2-0) win at Athletic Club Bilbao at the start of LaLiga. In the Basque cauldron not only the majority of the back team shone around the outstanding David Alaba. New signing Jude Bellingham also impressed in the center of midfield. Vinícius Júnior, on the other hand, acted unhappily.
While Vinícius Júnior was unlucky at San Mamés, David Alaba delivered a top performance – Photos: Imago
starting eleven
Andriy Lunin
Unexpectedly included in the starting XI following Courtois’ bitter injury, the Ukrainian put in a solid performance. Although the goalkeeper was rarely challenged, Lunin was always there when Athletic Club came to a conclusion. But even if the 24-year-old certainly collected plus points, the royals should sign a seasoned keeper of international format. REAL TOTAL-Note: 2,5.
Daniel Carvajal
Whether due to the motivation of the personnel change or spurred on by the toxic mood in the Estadio San Mamés: After difficult months with a few dips in form, the old champions got off to a dream start in the new season. Not only did the right-back score Rodrygo’s “can opener” (albeit a bit happily prepared) – Carvajal also knew how to convince in terms of defensive play. The veteran won 78 percent of his direct duels and also contributed four direct ball wins. Great, Dani! REAL TOTAL-Note: 1,5.
Éder Militão (bis zur 50. Spielminute)
In terms of sport, the Brazilian delivered a spotless performance in his 50 minutes. In the eyes of many experts, the Real defender in the best form of the previous season was hardly challenged. On the side of the strong David Alaba, he basically did not allow the 25-year-olds a clear goal chance for the home side. All the more bitter that “Mili” had to be replaced shortly following the break due to injury. REAL TOTAL-Note: 2.
david praises
What a performance by the Austrian! In the Basque witches’ cauldron, the ex-Bayer kept stimulating the Merengues game. The left footer impressed with a few good deep balls (three key passes), as a motivator and speaker, and as an excellent set piece shooter. It is only logical that an Alaba corner initiated the first goal by newcomer Jude Bellingham. In addition, concentrated in the defensive duel and not to be defeated. REAL TOTAL-Note: 1,5.
fran garcia
Starting the season as regular left-back in the absence of the injured Ferland Mendy, the new signing brought a lot of energy and courage to the pitch. In many situations, however, the 23-year-old acted too hectically, made simple technical mistakes and lost possession dangerously. However, should the returnee’s game stabilize, his momentum might be a win for Los Blancos. In any case, 98 (!) ball actions are evidence of maximum vigour. REAL TOTAL-Note: 4.
Federico Valverde
In the clearly rejuvenated midfield row, the Uruguayan radiated a lot of enthusiasm from the start. So he kept going for his dynamic deep runs and was one of the most conspicuous players in the guest game in the hard-fought initial phase. Even if his long-distance attempts didn’t find their target, “Fede” seemed to be in much better shape compared to the second half of last season. REAL TOTAL-Note: 2,5.
Aurelien Tchouameni
The pre-season already indicated that the Frenchman would take over the job of clearing alongside Valverde, Camavinga and Bellingham. Few experts would have expected that the chemistry in the newly formed four-man midfield would be so good. Tchouaméni took a lot of pressure off the back four once morest the passionate Basques and played a major role in ensuring that the rest of Blancos’ defense remained stable throughout. REAL TOTAL-Note: 2,5.
Eduardo Camavinga (up to 71 minutes)
Often converted to left-back last season, the crowd favorite was finally able to play in “his” position once more at the start of the league. At San Mamés, the Frenchman was not only one of the most active players with 73 ball actions (regarding one ball action per minute), but also repeatedly determined the rhythm of the guest game. In the form also still a clear starting eleven candidate. REAL TOTAL-Note: 2.
Jude Bellingham
The Englishman might hardly have dreamed of his competitive debut in royal dress any better. Not only that the former Borussia player scored technically well to make it 2-0 following a corner from Alaba (36th). In addition, Bellingham was always playable and won 13 of his 16 direct duels (81 percent). A performance that definitely makes you want more! REAL TOTAL-Note: 1,5.
Rodrygo Goes (up to 80 minutes)
The fact that the Brazilian has arrived in the upper international class of attacking players was underscored by his strong performances in the last spurt of the previous season. In the difficult away game in Bilbao, the youngster paved the way for the important first win of the season with his goal to make it 1-0 and also repeatedly posed a goal threat before his working day was over in the 80th minute of the game. REAL TOTAL-Note: 2.
Vinícius Júnior (bis zur 80. Spielminute)
Unfortunate appearance of perhaps the most important difference player in the Merengues. Unlike in the 4-3-3 system, “Viní” often seemed lost in a somewhat more central role and made unfortunate decisions, missing a few scoring opportunities. However, since the Brazilian has enormous qualities and knows outstanding teammates at his side, he will certainly change his game successfully in the coming weeks. REAL TOTAL-Note: 4.
Ancelotti is ‘concerned’ with the Brazilian and praises Lunin’s performance. Continue reading
substitute
Antonio Rüdiger (from the 50th minute)
The German came on for the injured Militão and fitted easily into Los Blancos’ good back line. With a decent passing game and a good tackle rate, he played his part in the important away win. REAL TOTAL-Note: 2.
Toni Kroos (from the 71st minute)
Some observers may have been surprised that the German was not allowed to play from the start. In the Basque Country, coach Carlo Ancelotti gave him around 20 minutes of play time, during which he presented himself as usual, active and accurate with his passes (37 ball actions, 94 percent pass rate) and strong in one-on-ones (four out of four duels won). Without rating.
Luka Modrić (from the 80th minute)
Came, like his congenial partner Toni Kroos, only in the final phase and collected at least 23 ball contacts. Without rating.
Joselu (from the 80th minute)
After all, he was allowed to play for around ten minutes and played at least one key pass. Without rating.
Trainer
Charles Ancelotti
“Difficult mandatory task solved” – that should be the conclusion of the Italian. With a 2-0 win at San Mamés, Los Blancos put themselves in a good position to start the season and win as many titles as possible. The Italian won with his decision to rely on a rejuvenated midfield quartet. The Merengues appeared agile, playful and dynamic. Whether the system change was the right thing to do and what role the old starts Kroos and Modrić will play in the course of the season cannot be predicted following the first matchday. REAL TOTAL-Note: 2.
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Grades at the start of LaLiga: Alaba outstanding, Vinícius unhappy
Real Madrid celebrated an important 2-0 (2-0) win at Athletic Club Bilbao at the start of LaLiga. In the Basque cauldron not only the majority of the back team shone around the outstanding David Alaba. New signing Jude Bellingham also impressed in the center of midfield. Vinícius Júnior, on the other hand, acted unhappily.
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