Real Madrid defeated Napoli 4-2 in a UEFA Champions League match played on November 29, 2023, at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid, Spain.
Here is a summary of the match:
Real Madrid 4-2 Napoli
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Goals:
- Real Madrid: Rodrygo (11′, 52′), Jude Bellingham (23′), Nico Paz (75′)
- Napoli: Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (26′), Matteo Politano (82′)
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Cards:
- Real Madrid: None
- Napoli: Mario Rui (yellow), André-Frank Zambo Anguissa (yellow)
Match Summary:
Real Madrid took an early lead through Rodrygo in the 11th minute, who scored again in the 52nd minute to give Real Madrid a 2-0 lead. Napoli pulled one back through Khvicha Kvaratskhelia in the 26th minute, but Real Madrid extended their lead to three goals through Jude Bellingham in the 23rd minute. Napoli reduced the deficit to one goal through Matteo Politano in the 82nd minute, but Real Madrid held on to win the match 4-2.
Analysis:
Real Madrid were the dominant team throughout the match and deserved to win. They created more chances and were more clinical in front of goal. Napoli were a threat on the counter-attack, but they were ultimately undone by Real Madrid’s superior quality.
Key Moments:
- Rodrygo’s two goals were crucial for Real Madrid’s victory.
- Jude Bellingham’s goal was a moment of individual brilliance.
- Matteo Politano’s goal gave Napoli a chance of a comeback, but it was too late.
Man of the Match:
Rodrygo was the man of the match for his two goals and overall performance.
Overall:
Real Madrid were the better team and won the match deservedly. Napoli will be disappointed with the result, but they can take some positives from the performance.