It was neither Kylian Mbpapé nor Vinicius who launched Real Madrid during his 8th round of the Champions League against Atlético, this Tuesday evening in Bernabéu. In the absence of Jude Belligham, suspended, Rodrygo and Brahim Diaz evolve on the wings, with the two offensive stars at the forefront. It was Rodrygo who made the powder speak!
From the 4th minute of this Madrid derby, Federico Valverde, aligned right side, sent Rodrygo in depth. The Brazilian winger then transplanted in the surface by exceeding Javi Galan to send a violent strike from the left which surprised Jan Oblak. Magnfinque! His 14th goal of the season.
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Rodrygo joins Jardel
We note that Rodrygo, 24, already reached the 25 goals in the Champions League and equal Mario Jardel in the ranking of the best Brazilian scorers in the history of the Champions League. His teammate Vinicius (28 goals) hunts Kaka (30 goals), number 2 behind Neymar (43 goals). Rivaldo is 4th (27 goals).
In addition to Mbappé, Ferland Mendy was established in the post of left side, while Aurelien Tchouameni and Eduardo Camavanga are associated in the midfield to challenge the Colchoneros of Antoine Griezmann.
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