RB Leipzig vs Real Madrid

RB Leipzig put in a marvellous performance to see off defending champions Real ...

Leipzig were full of energy, but also tactically sound and ruthless. Made amends later on by putting the result beyond doubt. Knew his opponent well and continued to wear them down with an explosive display. Huge performance on the big stage. Much more solid after the break. Couldn't dictate the game at all. And it was very nearly two just moments later when the ball was floated in behind Real's defence, with Christopher Nkunku bursting through and trying his luck from distance after Courtois failed to sweep up. Wingers were able to pin back Leipzig more effectively and they occupied more territory, but crucially couldn't test Janis Blaswich all too often. Left far too much room in behind. Even after falling behind by two goals, Real still couldn't quite regroup, unable to dominate the ball or assert themselves defensively. A feisty start continued, with both sides sharing chances and challenges flying in with force. Vinicius Junior managed to pull one back just before half-time, but Marco Rose's side dug in deep to limit Real's chances at goal throughout the second half.