From BOOS to Man of the Match: Vinícius Jr Leads Real Madrid

A huge win for Real Madrid in the Champions League, and the table is starting to matter. Sitting 3rd in the standings, Madrid are right on track — and finishing 2nd or in the top 4 is crucial, with massive home-advantage implications for the Round of 16, Quarterfinals, and beyond.
In this video, I break down what worked tactically and why this performance matters more than just three points.
Key takeaways from the match:
⚪ Madrid defended in a 4-4-2 mid-block, pressing high at the right moments
⚪ In possession, the team shifted into a 4-3-3
⚪ Camavinga and Valverde formed a strong double pivot
⚪ Clear improvement in off-ball movement across the front line
⚪ Arda Güler was key — excellent passing accuracy, 3 big chances created, and 10 ball recoveries
⚪ Bellingham’s box-crashing runs directly led to goals
⚪ Arbeloa’s man-management continues to show
⚪ Vinícius Jr delivered 2 assists and a goal
⚪ Mbappé led the line, nearly scoring a hat-trick and showing leadership
⚪ Defensive reinforcements return with Militão, Rüdiger, and Trent
⚪ Concern remains around Ceballos, who needs to raise his level
This performance shows growth — tactically, mentally, and structurally — but there’s still work to do if Madrid want to secure that vital 2nd place and maximize their Champions League advantage.
Do you think Real Madrid can finish 2nd or even push higher? Drop your thoughts below.
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