"Real Madrid" continues to make history!
Under the leadership of Carlo Ancelotti, "Real Madrid" defeated "Atletico" 2:1 in the UEFA Champions League playoff stage. This victory not only secured an important stage but also set new historical records for the team and players. Let's take a look at the most important statistical results!
500-match record from "Real Madrid"!
"Real Madrid" played its 500th game in the Champions League, becoming the first club to reach this milestone.
Statistics: 312 wins, 85 draws, and 113 losses.
Without considering the qualifying rounds, the Madrid team has won 300 games. In this regard, they have won 63 more games than "Bayern".
Unmatched series in the playoff stage
"Real Madrid" has lost only one of its last 18 matches in the Champions League playoff stage (12 wins, 5 draws, 1 loss).
Historic goal from Rodrigo
Rodrigo scored a goal against "Atletico" in the 3rd minute, becoming the author of the fastest goal in the Madrid derby in the last 19 years (3:25).
The previous record belonged to Antonio Cassano in 2006 (3:05).
He became the youngest fifth player to score 25 goals in the Champions League (24 years 54 days).
Braim entered the 21st-century record
Braim became the fifth "Real" player to score against "Atletico" in three different tournaments. Before him, Ramos, Ronaldo, Benzema, and Rodrigo achieved this result.
Mendy's long-awaited assists
Mendy provided assists in two consecutive matches. Before this achievement, he had not provided an assist in 80 games.
Valverde played his milestone game
This match was Federiko Valverde's 300th game for "Real Madrid".
"Real Madrid" once again demonstrated itself as the greatest club in the history of the Champions League. The team not only played its historic 500th match but also proved its unmatched strength in the playoff stage once again. Players like Rodrigo, Braim, Mendy, and Valverde continue the team's historic journey with their personal records.
This season is sure to be even more exciting for the fans!