
AI-generated summary
Real Madrid faced Inter Milan in the group stage of the 2026-27 Champions League, looking to get their European campaign off to a strong start after signing Kylian Mbappé as their new attacking star.
Thibaut Courtois at the top
If some still had doubts about Thibaut Courtois and his status as the best goalkeeper in the world, this evening they were definitively dissipated during Real Madrid's victory against Inter Milan (2-1). Imperial, solid on his supports and always well placed, he single-handedly carried a Real defense that was sometimes too passive and crumbly. Author of seven saves and perfect in his hand raises (100% successful), he disgusted an Inter team incapable of snatching a draw against the monstrous Belgian goalkeeper. Mourinho and his men can thank him.
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Kylian Mbappé formidably effective
Madrid's No.10 was expected by everyone. In search of his first Champions League, he was keen to get this new European campaign off to a good start. It’s done. He was not perfect, of course, but his many attempts were rewarded. Author of the first goal of the match on a stifling pressure from Diaz (14th), he demonstrated surgical efficiency to put his team on the right track. Also note his defensive efforts which disrupted the Nerazzurri.
Valverde, a reliable captain
Elected man of the match, Federico Valverde is a solid and reassuring leader. Very present in the midfield, he, as usual, guided his team to victory. An important player in Madrid's pressing that turned the game around, he didn't count his efforts until the final whistle.
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Pavard and Thuram, a transparent French doublet
Almost non-existent, Benjamin Pavard and Marcus Thuram disappointed. The 30-year-old defender was in all the bad situations. Between loss of balls and poor anticipation, he gave his team several scares. He was also logically replaced at half-time. The 29-year-old striker was as clumsy as he was invisible. If he created a few small chances, the only statistic he inflated was that of shots off target.
Josep Martinez, a blunder that ruins everything
Faulty on Real's second goal (22nd), the Spanish goalkeeper brought down his team, which nevertheless dominated the match. Author, however, of some decisive and particularly impressive saves, they did not succeed in forgetting his poor first period. It’s a shame for a goalkeeper who delivered a great performance overall.
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Thibaut Courtois will continue to be a key defensive pillar for Real Madrid in the upcoming Champions League matches.
Very likely · Within weeks
Kylian Mbappé will score other goals during this Champions League campaign with Real Madrid.
Likely · Within weeks

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