Real Madrid 1-2 Manchester City: player ratings from the Bernabéu

Real Madrid 4-3-3

Thibaut Courtois

Saved a Jesus effort from close range in first half but could have done better on the Brazilian’s goal 6

Dani Carvajal

Lost possession a few times early on and his clumsy challenge on Sterling won City a late penalty. 5

Sergio Ramos

As the last man he was sent off for a tug on Jesus towards the end and will now miss the second leg. 6

Raphaël Varane

The Frenchman had a couple of nervy moments in the beginning. Not the force he once was. 6

Ferland Mendy

Did a solid job defensively but was unable to create much going forward. Missed a late chance. 6

Luka Modric

Unable to exert his influence on the game as City dominated the game and won the midfield battle. 5

Casemiro

Spread the ball impressively initially and cleared one effort off the line but grew increasingly sloppy. 6

Federico Valverde

One of the success stories of the season for Real but this was one of his quieter games. Booked. 5

Isco

Preferred to Bale but had not created much before suddenly scoring the opener after an hour. 6

Karim Benzema

Often forced wide to the right and left and had very few touches. Still nearly scored with a header. 5

Vinícius Júnior

Real’s best player. Showcased his incredible technique and worked extremely hard defensively. 7

Subs Gareth Bale (for Vinícius Júnior 75) 6, Lucas Vazquez (for Isco 84) 6, Luka Jovic (for Modric 84) 6.

Luka Modric (right) and Ilkay Gündogan collide.



Luka Modric (right) and Ilkay Gündogan collide. Photograph: Matt McNulty – Manchester City/Manchester City FC via Getty Images

Manchester City 4-4-2

Ederson

Outstanding save low to his right from a Benzema header in first half. No chance on the goal. 7

Kyle Walker

At his energetic best. Did well against Vinícius but should have cleared before Isco scored. 7

Nicolás Otamendi

Always seems to have a mistake in him and his difficult pass to Rodri led to Real’s goal. 5

Aymeric Laporte

Looked comfortable before suffering another injury and having to go off after half an hour. 6

Benjamin Mendy

Did well without excelling and his booking for a foul on Modric means he will miss the second leg. 6

Riyad Mahrez

One of City’s most dangerous players on the night but could not make the most of his half-chances. 7

Ilkay Gündogan

The game suited him, his careful ball retention helping City establish their dominance in midfield. 7

Rodri

The former Atlético player was a calming influence in midfield as always. Lucky not to be booked. 6

Bernardo Silva

Showcased his impressive close control at times but unable to break free to threaten Courtois. 6

Kevin De Bruyne

Superb in an unfamiliar role high up the pitch and was rewarded with an assist and a goal. 8

Gabriel Jesus

Almost a left-back at times but worked extremely hard and got the crucial first goal with a header. 8

Subs Fernandinho (for Laporte 33) 7, Sterling (for Bernardo Silva 73) 7.

source: theguardian.com