Real Madrid Futbol is back and in full tact. Madrid’s Champions League masterclass was on full display to the world as they dismantle AS Monaco 6–1 at the Santiago Bernabéu. From the first whistle, Madrid took control, combining precise passing, high pressing, and ruthless finishing to turn the match into an early and sustained rout. This was also the first Champions League game under new manager Álvaro Arbeloa, and his squad made an emphatic statement on the biggest stage.
Quick Match Overview & Goals:
Madrid struck quickly and never let up:
5’ – Kylian Mbappé: Opened the scoring with a composed finish after a slick pass from Federico Valverde.
26’ – Mbappé: Added his second before halftime, giving Madrid a two-goal cushion.
51’ – Franco Mastantuono: Scored his first Champions League goal with a calm finish to make it 3–0 early in the second half.
55’ – Thilo Kehrer (Own Goal): A Vinícius Jr. cross forced a defensive error, resulting in an own goal and a 4–0 lead.
63’ – Vinícius Jr.: The Brazilian star delivered a top-corner strike, extending the lead further.
72’ – Jordan Teze (Monaco): Finally, Monaco pulled one back, but it was merely a consolation.
80’ – Jude Bellingham: Finished off the scoring with a composed effort into an empty net, sealing the emphatic 6–1 victory.
By the final whistle, Madrid’s dominance was reflected not only on the scoreboard but in every aspect of play: control of possession, relentless attacking, and disciplined defense.
Key Match Stats:
Final Score: Real Madrid 6 – AS Monaco 1
Goalscorers (Madrid): Mbappé (5’, 26’), Mastantuono (51’), Kehrer OG (55’), Vinícius Jr. (63’), Bellingham (80’)
Goalscorer (Monaco): Teze (72’)
Madrid now have 15 points in Group H, putting them in a strong position for automatic Round of 16 qualification.
Standout Performers
Kylian Mbappé: Scored twice and constantly threatened the Monaco defense.
Vinícius Jr.: Created numerous chances, assisted in the own goal, and scored one himself.
Franco Mastantuono: The young Argentine scored his first Champions League goal, showing composure and poise.
Jude Bellingham: Rounded off the rout with a precise finish, contributing to both build-up play and scoring.
Monaco struggled throughout, failing to recover after Madrid’s early pressure and conceding repeatedly despite a brief goal by Teze.
My Post-Match Takeaways
- Madrid was Dominant from start to finish: Madrid set the pace early and never allowed Monaco a foothold.
- Depth and balance: Scoring came from multiple players, Madrid plays at their best when their wings and forwards play off each other in offensive(s) pushes. Highlighting that Madrid’s dominates in well-rounded team performances.
- Confidence under Arbeloa: The new manager’s system clicked instantly, it seems that Madrid players trust and play with Arbeloa system by executing his tactical plan perfectly last night.
Step toward qualification: With this result, Madrid are firmly in control of their Champions League destiny.
Post-Match Insights
In the Post-Match press conference. Álvaro Arbeloa praised his team’s effort and attitude:
“The players understood what we needed to do and executed it perfectly. Their quality and determination made this performance possible.” – Álvaro Arbeloa
Vinícius Jr. also emphasized the team spirit and connection with the Bernabéu crowd:
“It was a night for everyone — the team, the fans, the club. We all shared this victory.” – Vinícius Jr
Real Madrid’s 6–1 demolition of Monaco was more than a win. It was a statement of intent, under Arbeloa. Madrid played with cohesion, creativity, and intensity, sending a clear message to the rest of Europe. If Madrid continues to play like they played against Monaco. Arbeloa squad can insert themselves right back into title contention in the Champions League this season.