Real Madrid Secures Dominant 4-1 Victory Over Basque Opponents
Real Madrid showcased a comprehensive performance at the Santiago Bernabeu last night, clinching a decisive 4-1 victory. Although the first half presented some challenges, the team rebounded with a stronger display after halftime, effectively overpowering their Basque rivals.
Kylian Mbappe emerged as the standout player of the match, netting a hat-trick. However, other players, including Vinicius Jr., Federico Valverde, Jude Bellingham, Arda Guler, and even the defenders delivered impressive performances throughout the match.
Captain’s Words
After the team’s victory, Real Madrid captain Federico Valverde expressed the high spirits within the dressing room under Jose Mourinho’s management.
“I saw the team excited and with a great desire. We worked very well, and I think we just lacked a bit of patience after scoring the first goal, to keep the ball more and play with composure with the scoreline,” Valverde remarked.
He provided a detailed analysis of the game, discussing how the team faced difficulties but managed to regroup effectively.
“We struggled a little and conceded the equaliser, and it’s always hard to regain the initiative, but I think the halftime talk was helpful and made us improve on several things, and the second half was fantastic,” he added.
Valverde also praised Mbappe for his exceptional performance, emphasizing the importance of facilitating his comfort on the field.
“As I always say, you have to enjoy Kylian Mbappe and make the most of him as much as possible, and pass him thousands of balls so that he feels comfortable and is doing well and can score the goals and be happy,” he stated.
He further expressed admiration for Mbappe’s consistency throughout the season, hoping to see him continue to score.
“Unbelievable, a day that will stay etched in my memory for the rest of my life and I’ll never forget it,” Valverde shared, reflecting on the significance of being the first captain of the team at the Bernabeu.
He also mentioned how his family was deeply moved by his performance and reiterated the priority of the team’s victory.
Cucurella was honoured by the Santiago Bernabeu crowd. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images)
Real Madrid’s new signing, Marc Cucurella, also addressed the media, sharing his emotions after his first appearance as a Real Madrid player at the Bernabeu.
“This was the first day my family was at the Bernabeu and it has been very emotional. I’m very happy, I hope there are many nights like this,” Cucurella noted.
As the sole representative of Real Madrid’s World Cup-winning squad, he presented the trophy to the fans, expressing gratitude for the affection received.
“I have felt privileged; not many can show such an important trophy in this stadium and I am very grateful for the affection. Things are just starting,” he said.
Cucurella also praised Mbappe and Mourinho, acknowledging their crucial roles in the team’s progress.
“When Kylian Mbappé is locked in, this team is even more dangerous,” he remarked.
“Jose Mourinho? You can see what we’ve worked on. He’s managing it very well,” Cucurella added.
Real Madrid produced an all-round performance at the Santiago Bernabeu last night, stepping up across all three departments and taking home a 4-1 win.
While the first-half was relatively shaky, the men in white came back stronger after the break and demolished their Basque opposition.
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Kylian Mbappe finished the game as the man-of-the-match with a hat-trick to his name, but Vinicius Jr., Federico Valverde, Jude Bellingham, Arda Guler and even the defenders had fantastic games.
Captain’s words
Real Madrid captain Federico Valverde spoke to the media after the team’s win last night and expressed how the dressing room was in great spirits under Jose Mourinho.
“I saw the team excited and with a great desire. We worked very well, and I think we just lacked a bit of patience after scoring the first goal, to keep the ball more and play with composure with the scoreline.”
Valverde analysed the match in detail. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images)
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Elaborating on how there was a period of difficulty and how they overcame the same, the Uruguayan star said,
“We struggled a little and conceded the equaliser, and it’s always hard to regain the initiative, but I think the halftime talk was helpful and made us improve on several things, and the second half was fantastic.”
Valverde then praised Kylian Mbappe for his stunning hat-trick and explained how the Frenchman was central to the team’s success.
“As I always say, you have to enjoy Kylian Mbappé and make the most of him as much as possible, and pass him thousands of balls so that he feels comfortable and is doing well and can score the goals and be happy.”
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“What he did today he does in many matches throughout the year, so we’ll keep enjoying him and I hope he keeps scoring,” he added.
Finally, the midfielder gave his thoughts on how it felt to be the first-captain of the team at the Bernabeu.
“Unbelievable, a day that will stay etched in my memory for the rest of my life and I’ll never forget it.”
“My family was up there and they told me they were really moved, so I’ll enjoy this day, but the most important thing is always Real Madrid and that the team wins,” he added.
Cucurella was honoured by the Santiago Bernabeu crowd. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images)
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Real Madrid’s new signing Marc Cucurella also faced the media on the sidelines and explained his feelings after playing for the first time as a Real Madrid player at the Bernabeu.
“This was the first day my family was at the Bernabeu and it has been very emotional. I’m very happy, I hope there are many nights like this.”
Cucurella was the sole representative of the World Cup-winning Spanish team from Real Madrid last night and presented the trophy to the fans. Speaking on that special moment, the defender said,
“I have felt privileged; not many can show such an important trophy in this stadium and I am very grateful for the affection. Things are just starting.”
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The player then heaped praise on Kylian Mbappe and Jose Mourinho, both of whom are currently pillars of the project.
“When Kylian Mbappé is locked in, this team is even more dangerous.”
“Jose Mourinho? You can see what we’ve worked on. He’s managing it very well.”
Source: Real Madrid website
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