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KICK-OFF at 20:00 (UTC) on 5th November 2024
The referee for this match is S. Vinčić
Game played at Estadio Santiago Bernabéu
This is a match in Europe – UEFA Champions League 2024/2025, League Stage
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Real Madrid’s Struggles Continue as Milan Stuns Bernabéu with a 3-1 Victory
Real Madrid’s troubles on the European stage escalated as they suffered a heavy 3-1 defeat against AC Milan at the Santiago Bernabéu in the UEFA Champions League (UCL). Despite a spirited response from Vinícius Júnior, the Italians controlled the game and exposed Los Blancos’ defensive vulnerabilities, leaving Carlo Ancelotti’s side with a tougher path to UCL qualification.
Milan Seizes Early Control
Real Madrid entered the game under pressure following their recent 4-0 loss in El Clásico, yet they seemed out of sorts from the start. Milan capitalized on a sluggish Real backline with an early goal in the first quarter-hour, as Christian Pulisic’s perfectly delivered corner met Malick Thiaw’s header at the near post. The goal was a moment of celebration for Thiaw, marking his first-ever strike for the Rossoneri.
The Bernabéu crowd rallied behind Real, urging them on, and Vinícius Júnior took it upon himself to energize the team. He won and converted a penalty with a cheeky panenka, leveling the score and raising hopes for a Madrid comeback.
Milan Strikes Back
Milan, undeterred, quickly responded. Tijjani Reijnders threatened with a shot that was saved by Andriy Lunin, and a misplaced pass from Aurélien Tchouaméni gave the Italians another opening. Rafael Leão’s powerful shot was parried by Lunin, but former Madrid striker Álvaro Morata was quick to react, slotting home to restore Milan’s lead.
Madrid’s Struggles Deepen
At halftime, Ancelotti brought on Brahim Díaz and Eduardo Camavinga, seeking more creativity and control. However, Madrid’s lack of sharpness in the final third remained apparent. Lunin was called upon again to deny a header from Leão, but the reprieve was short-lived. A brilliant move saw Leão slice through the left wing, setting up Reijnders for a composed finish that made it 3-1, sealing an emphatic win for Milan.
Madrid’s miserable night was capped by a disallowed goal from Antonio Rüdiger for offside, leaving them with an uphill battle to secure automatic qualification for the UCL knockout stage.