Real Madrid Defeats Brest 3-0 in Champions League Clash
In a thrilling Champions League encounter, Rodrygo netted twice and Jude Bellingham scored once to lead reigning champions Real Madrid to a convincing 3-0 victory over Brest in France. Despite the impressive win, Real Madrid’s quest to advance directly to the last 16 fell short.
The match saw Rodrygo open the scoring in the first half, stepping up for a Madrid side missing the suspended Vinícius Júnior. Bellingham added to the lead early in the second half, following a disallowed equalizer by Brest due to a tight offside decision.
Rodrygo sealed the victory with a late goal after a Kylian Mbappé effort was saved, securing a vital three points for Carlo Ancelotti’s team.
Real Madrid had faced a shaky start in the Champions League campaign, losing three of their first five games. However, they have now turned the tide with three consecutive group-stage wins and five victories in all competitions, showcasing their resilience and determination.
Despite starting the day outside the top eight, Real Madrid’s triumph propelled them closer to the knockout rounds. Brest, on the other hand, had already secured a spot in the knockout stage, setting the stage for an intense battle between the two teams in the upcoming play-off matches.
While much of the spotlight was on Mbappé’s return to his home country, the France captain faced a hostile reception from the crowd. Despite his recent goal-scoring form, Mbappé was unable to find the back of the net in this encounter.
The match saw Brest make a strong start, only to be silenced by Rodrygo’s clinical finish in the first half. A disallowed goal and a swift counter-attack led by Bellingham further extended Real Madrid’s lead, ultimately sealing the victory for the Spanish giants.
With the draw for the last 16 play-off set for Friday, both Real Madrid and Brest will be gearing up for a fierce showdown in February to secure their spot in the next stage of the Champions League.
