Real Madrid secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Juventus, maintaining their 100% record in the Champions League group stage. The decisive goal arrived in the 57th minute from Jude Bellingham, who slotted home the rebound after Vinícius Jr’s shot hit the post.
Tough Battle at the Bernabéu
The first half saw Juventus sit deep and absorb Real Madrid’s pressure. Despite 71% possession, Madrid found the Italian backline tough to break down. Thibaut Courtois and Juventus keeper Michele Di Gregorio both made key saves to keep the match tight.
The breakthrough came in the second half when Vinícius Jr carried the ball into the box and his shot rebounded to Bellingham, who calmly finished. From there, Real managed tempo while Juventus looked for a response.
Implications for Both Teams
For Real Madrid, the win underscores their strong start under coach Xabi Alonso and strengthens their position at the top of the group with nine points from three matches. Meanwhile, Juventus now face pressure after failing to win again and collecting only two points from three games.
What to Watch Next
Madrid must build on this performance ahead of upcoming major fixtures, maintaining control and turning possession into goals more easily. Juventus will need to address their attacking output and find a way to balance defence and offence if they hope to climb the group.
Conclusion
In a hard-fought contest, Real Madrid earned a deserved 1-0 win over Juventus through discipline, key moments, and clinical finishing. While the margin was slim, the result could prove significant for their campaign. Juventus, meanwhile, must bounce back swiftly or risk falling behind.
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