Since 2016, Real Madrid have never loss in this derby at Home, so It was obvious they were going to carry the day. But some key performance from the players contributed to the win.
Atletico Was dictating the play until Koke was caught in possession by Luka Modric, A quick Inter play from Benzema, and Vinicius had them taken the lead in 16 minutes on the clock.
In 57 mins, another counter break sailed the victory with Asensio finishing with a fine goal.
My take On the game.
I think the entire Real Madrid team did quite well today, But some of them were exceptional, Let me start with Courtois, He was fantastic tonight making crucial saves and making sure he kept his side in the game.
Vinicius also displayed a fine form getting 2 assist to his name.
But my star performer for the night goes to Luka Modric, Wow what a player he is. I call The Maths Master.(master of Graphs).
Sometime, I do ask myself if he is really approaching the end of his career or he is just starting. Consistently, he has been exceptional. Since his days at Tottenham, He has never looked back, No wonder he won himself World best player sometime ago.
His control in the midfield was great, dictating the field of play, no wonder he intercepted the Koke pass for the 1st goal. No wonder his team mates and coach were praising him after the game. My wish is that he says a little longer at the Bernabeu. He is just an extraordinary player and I really want to enjoy much from him.
Great win for the white angels.
