A fine combination from Mbappe and Rodrygo provided the breakthrough for Real Madrid last. After a goalless first half draw, it took the pair just seconds into the second half to combine for Real madrid’s first, in what ended in a 3-1 victory.
After the game, both players appeared in front of camera, as they gave their two cents on the game.
Mbappé’s Post match presser
It was an eventful night for Mbappe, who scored on his Real Madrid ucl debut. After the game, the Frenchman talked on a variety of topics, including the teams performance;
“A great night. We wanted to start with a win, but it was difficult because the Champions League is always like this. We won the first game, which is important because the competition has changed. Let’s hope to win on Saturday in La Liga.”
“They were playing well, we had problems getting the ball. We started well in the second half and scored quickly. The game was fast paced and we worked hard with all the Madridista fans.”
In his goal scoring form, the French captain said;
“5 goals in 7 games? Well, i can do better.”
“I can score more goals. I know I’m going to do it. I’m happy here.”
Rüdiger was amongst the scorers last night, and it looks like Mbappe finally got his revenge as he said;
“I returned the slaps to Rüdiger after his goal. He hits me a lot.“
Competition debutant Endrick, also scored a sensational goal. The Frenchman was in owe of the wonderkid, as he said;
“Endrick is an 18-year-old boy and he is scoring his goals. It is difficult to do that, but he’s doing it.”
Winning the champions league is always an objective for Real Madrid heading into a season, and kylian must have had that in mind when he made the switch from PSG. On that, Mbappe said;
“Winning the CL? At Real Madrid you have to win everything.”
Rodrygo’s post-match presser
After kylian Mbappe, Rodrygo was next in line. The star forward showered praises on his compatriot, as he said;
“Endrick is crazy. He has done something that I think no one would do but I am very happy for him. Scoring in the Champions League is always special.”
Rodrygo Also emphasized on his Relationship with Mbappe, Vinicius and Bellingham, after all the media rants as he said;
