Szczesny made a lot of important saves at the back, but would be disappointed after conceding twice in the first half.
Barcelona suffered a 2–1 defeat to Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu despite a spirited display. The 4th Official rated the Catalans as follows:
GK: Wojciech Szczesny – 9/10
Made several key saves to keep Barca in the game, though he will be disappointed to have conceded twice in the first half.
RB: Jules Kounde – 6.5/10
Handled his defensive duties decently and made some attacking contributions.
CB: Pau Cubarsi – 6/10
Solid in possession and produced one crucial clearance but struggled to contain Real’s front line.
CB: Eric Garcia – 6/10
Recovered possession twice but lacked composure at times under pressure.
LB: Alejandro Balde – 6.5/10
Defensively alert yet failed to make an attacking impact.
CM: Pedri – 6/10
Had bright moments but cost his side by receiving a late red card.
CM: Frenkie de Jong – 7/10
Provided midfield balance though offered little creativity in the final third.
CM: Fermin Lopez – 7/10
Showed great intent and netted Barcelona’s equaliser in the 38th minute.
RW: Lamine Yamal – 7/10
A constant threat with his pace and dribbling, but couldn’t find the net.
ST: Ferran Torres – 6.5/10
Showed glimpses of promise but lacked finishing precision.
LW: Marcus Rashford – 7/10
Created good chances and assisted Lopez’s goal.
Substitutes:
Ronald Araujo – 6/10 | Marc Casado – 6/10 | Roony Bardghji – 5.5/10 | Gerard Martin – N/A