From the opening whistle, Real Madrid were on the front foot. Kylian Mbappé set the tone early, striking twice in the first half and showcasing his elite finishing ability. His clinical performance not only energised the home crowd but also reaffirmed his growing reputation as one of the game’s most lethal attackers.
Mbappé’s goals drew early advantage and forced Monaco to chase the game — and Madrid didn’t relent. Franco Mastantuono added a third for the hosts, further extending their lead and leaving the visitors with a mountain to climb. Shortly after, Vinícius Júnior stole the spotlight with a moment of individual brilliance, weaving past defenders to convert and make it 4–0.
A brief blip occurred midway through the second half when Monaco unexpectedly grabbed a consolation goal. However, the setback proved only temporary. Madrid responded swiftly, with Jude Bellingham scoring to make it 5–1 before a late strike cemented the scoreline at 6–1.
This commanding win not only delivered three crucial points but also showcased Real Madrid’s attacking depth. The team’s ability to find goals from different sources — from established stars like Mbappé and Vinícius to rising talents — underlined their offensive versatility.
The result puts Real Madrid in a strong position in Group Stage standings, moving them into second place in the group, tied on points with Bayern Munich but trailing leaders Arsenal. A good finish to the group phase would likely see Madrid earn direct qualification to the round of 16, a key target for the list of European heavyweights still aiming for continental success this season.
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