Andriy Lunin—7: Immediately made an impact with a monumental stoppage on Bejamin Sesko’s one-on-one, which was probably declared offsides. His foot distribution was initially unsteady, but it gradually improved as the game progressed. Negligently culpable for the goal conceded when Nacho was defeated by Orban in an aerial duel. One of the three saves made by the opponent was from inside the box.

Carvajal—6: Fede Valverde provided substantial coverage and assistance to Leipzig wingback David Raum, allowing Carvajal to concentrate on the movements of Lois Openda. Performed admirably in possession and nearly assisted Rodrygo with a crucial pass in the second half that prevented a goal.

Rudiger—6: At any given time, he could be observed placing a body on Benjain Sesko to indicate his presence and provide physical contact.

Similar to the majority of matches this season, Nacho played a competent 89 minutes; however, his performance was marred by a single error or lapse in concentration. Having lost the aerial duel with Orban inside the box, the goal was ultimately scored by the taller, more muscular center back.

Ferland Mendy—5: Unobtrusive on the ball and in both directions. Not only was he seldom threatened by Dani Olmo, but the Frenchman also seldom advanced.

Toni Kroos—8: Maintained a position at the midfield’s foundation, assisting Tchouameni and Camavinga. Responsible for the entirety of Madrid’s buildup play, he maintained composure and coolness under duress. Several strategically timed toe poke challenges helped regain possession during critical periods. The German initiated the transition аttаck that resulted in the opening goal for Real Madrid.

Tchouameni (6): The team, and the midfield in particular, was initially effortlessly cut through in transition. Tchouameni and Kroos established a foothold in the end. The Frenchman adeptly captured “the second ball” following an aerial challenge or deflection, maintaining a straightforward approach with his possession.

Eduardo Camavinga (3): At times, he had difficulty determining which area to occupy and which players to associate with Sesko, Olmo, Haidara, and Xavi Simons. Unable to identify gaps in the defensive line through which to impact the ball.

Fede Valverde—7: Operates in a 4-3-3 formation as the right flank. Ancelotti aimed to leverage the dual-purpose nature of the Urguayan in order to hinder Leipzig transitions and enhance Madrid’s counter-press. While he charged forward, he was left with few connecting options in the final third despite accomplishing precisely that.

Vinicius Junior (4–1) encountered challenges in establishing a rhythm, as Dani Olmo and Benjamin Henrichs effectively confined space and double-teamed the Brazilian when required. After unnecessarily causing Willi Orban to be pushed with two hands, the individual arguably merited a red card. Notwithstanding his overall subpar performance, he tallied the game-winning goal off the end of a transition аttаck.

Jude Bellingham—4: Made attempts to break through the RB Leipzig defense but was unable to create a clear opportunity. Frequent roaming from position nine in pursuit of the ball rendered the team devoid of a central point of focus. In the second half, he was repositioned to the left flank of midfield but was too sluggish with the ball, allowing Leipzig to frequently double down and dismiss him. In a single moment of transition, he altered the course of the game by passing the ball to Vini, who then drilled the shot into the back of the net.

As alternatives:

Rodrygo—7: Upon entering the game, he ignited the аttаck with his contributions, but his colleagues (Bellingham, Vini) were unable to provide assistance.

Toni Kroos was substituted for Luka Modric—6—following his yellow card for a challenge on Xavi Simons. Facilitated swift combinations among colleagues.

Joselu—N/A: Substituted late in order to provide an aerial threаt and upper-level target.