Real Madrid hosted Málaga earlier today at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, seeking a strong result in La Liga. The home team got off to a promising start, taking the lead in the 19th minute when Jude Bellingham scored. Just seven minutes later, Alfonso Herrero accidentally netted an own goal for Málaga, further extending Madrid’s advantage. Kylian Mbappé then added to the scoreline with a third goal in the 30th minute, allowing José Mourinho’s squad to head into the halftime break with a commanding 3-0 lead.

In the second half, Madrid maintained their control over the match, adding one more goal in injury time through Arda Güler’s effort. The game concluded with Real Madrid securing a solid 4-0 win at home.

Let’s review the performances of each Real Madrid player during the match against Málaga.

GK: Thibaut Courtois – 7/10

Courtois recorded one notable save and ensured a clean sheet.

RB: Trent Alexander-Arnold – 8.5/10

He made several critical interceptions and contributed to offensive plays, concluding the match with an assist.

CB: Antonio Rudiger – 7/10

Rudiger was assertive in defense and effective with his passing.

CB: Dean Huijsen – 7/10

Huijsen carried out his defensive responsibilities effectively, pleased with securing a clean sheet.

MADRID, SPAIN – AUGUST 30: Jude Bellingham of Real Madrid celebrates after Alfonso Herrero of Málaga scores an own goal, the second goal for Real Madrid during the LaLiga EA Sports 2026/27 match between Real Madrid and Málaga CF at Estadio Santiago Bernabéu on August 30, 2026, in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images)

LB: Marc Cucurella – 7.5/10

Cucurella performed well defensively and created a significant chance going forward.

CM: Federico Valverde – 7/10

Valverde showed flashes of brilliance during the game but was substituted in the 76th minute.

CM: Eduardo Camavinga – 7.5/10

Camavinga effectively controlled the midfield but had difficulty making an impact offensively.

RW: Brahim Díaz – 6.5/10

Díaz demonstrated some good moments, though he did not score.

CAM: Jude Bellingham – 8.5/10

Bellingham actively sought goal opportunities and scored in the 19th minute.

LW: Vinicius Junior – 8/10

Vinicius was a constant threat in attack and managed to secure an assist.

ST: Kylian Mbappé – 9/10

Mbappé was relentless against Málaga’s defense, scoring his goal at the half-hour mark.

RW: Yan Diomande – 6.5/10

After coming off the bench, Diomande had moments of brilliance, although his overall impact was limited.

Real Madrid welcomed Malaga at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium earlier today as they look to secure a good result at home in La Liga. Los Blancos made a good start to the game and got their noses ahead in the 19th minute when Jude Bellingham found the back of the net. Alfonso Herrero scored an unfortunate own goal for Malaga just seven minutes later. Kylian Mbappe put daylight between the two sides in the 30th minute as Jose Mourinho’s men went into the half-time break 3-0 up on the scoreline.

The Madrid giants controlled the game well in the second 45 minutes and scored another goal in injury-time thanks to Arda Guler’s effort. The match ended with Los Blancos earning a dominant 4-0 win at the Bernabeu.

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Let’s take a look at how each Real Madrid player fared during the clash against Malaga.

GK: Thibaut Courtois – 7/10

He made one good save at the back and did enough to keep a clean sheet.

RB: Trent Alexander-Arnold – 8.5/10

Alexander-Arnold made a few crucial interceptions inside his half and managed to create some inviting chances going forward. He ended the game with an assist to his name.

CB: Antonio Rudiger – 7/10

He put his foot through the ball when he could and was good on the ball.

CB: Dean Huijsen – 7/10

Huijsen performed his defensive duties well and would be quite happy with the clean sheet.

MADRID, SPAIN – AUGUST 30: Jude Bellingham of Real Madrid celebrates after Alfonso Herrero of Malaga scores an own goal, the second goal for Real Madrid during the LaLiga EA Sports 2026/27 match between Real Madrid and Malaga CF at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on August 30, 2026 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images)

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LB: Marc Cucurella – 7.5/10

Cucurella performed his defensive duties well and made one key chance going forward.

CM: Federico Valverde – 7/10

He caught the eye at times on both halves and was replaced in the 76th minute.

CM: Eduardo Camavinga – 7.5/10

Camavinga anchored the midfield well but struggled to influence the game in the final third.

RW: Brahim Diaz – 6.5/10

He caught the eye at times, but there was no goal for him.

CAM: Jude Bellingham – 8.5/10

Bellingham was not shy of having a strike at goal and managed to score in the 19th minute.

LW: Vinicius Junior – 8/10

He was a constant menace in the final third and has an assist to show for his efforts.

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ST: Kylian Mbappe – 9/10

Mbappe caused all sorts of problems for his marker and scored at the half-hour mark.

RW: Yan Diomande – 6.5/10

He managed to shine at times after coming off the bench.

His impact on the game was minimal.