Player Ratings: Key Performances in a Thrilling Encounter

**Thibault Courtois (8/10):**
Courtois delivered an outstanding performance, highlighted by a brilliant diving save to deny Sorloth’s header during a flurry of first-half stops.

**Federico Valverde (8/10):**
Valverde initiated the match with a spectacular opener that was unstoppable. He also provided an assist for Rodrygo, although he found himself in a vulnerable position during Sorloth’s equalizer.

**Raul Asencio (5/10):**
Asencio faced a challenging task in containing Sorloth. He lost track of the striker during a critical first-half opportunity but was fortunate as it went unpunished. The second half brought no relief, as Sorloth eluded him again at the back post.

**Antonio Rüdiger (6/10):**
Rüdiger engaged in aggressive challenges, which left his fellow center-back vulnerable in the first half. He had to recover quickly on several occasions as Giuliano Simeone exploited spaces behind Carreras.

**Alvaro Carreras (5/10):**
Carreras became embroiled in a contentious duel with Giuliano Simeone, which led to a first-half booking. Atletico Madrid capitalized on his weaknesses, forcing him to shift to a center-half position following the substitutions of Rüdiger and Asencio.

**Jude Bellingham (7/10):**
Bellingham navigated midfield adeptly, showcasing composure in tight situations. His performance, while not flashy, was reliable and effective.

**Aurelien Tchouameni (6/10):**
Tchouameni struggled with possession against Atletico’s pressing in the first half. However, he demonstrated his defensive capabilities in the second half with a crucial clearance that denied Griezmann a chance on goal.

**Eduardo Camavinga (6/10):**
Camavinga effectively shielded the defense by winning loose balls in midfield and contributed to containing Atletico’s attacking duo.

**Rodrygo (7/10):**
Rodrygo missed a prime opportunity to extend the lead in the 30th minute but redeemed himself with a composed finish in the second half.

**Gonzalo Garcia (5/10):**
Garcia struggled for service throughout the match but displayed commendable effort in pressing.

**Vinicius Jr. (5/10):**
Vinicius was well-marked by Llorente during a subdued first half. He engaged in an on-field dispute with Diego Simeone that continued even after his substitution in the 80th minute, maintaining a presence of controversy despite a quiet performance.

**Ferland Mendy (6/10):**
Introduced in the 67th minute, Mendy defended competently during his time on the pitch.

**Fran Garcia (6/10):**
Garcia was energetic in midfield but had limited opportunities to impact the game offensively.

**Arda Guler (N/A):**
Guler came on in the 80th minute but had little time to influence the game as Atletico pushed for an equalizer.

**Dani Ceballos (N/A):**
Ceballos was brought on in the late stages to help stabilize the team.

**Franco Mastantuono (N/A):**
Mastantuono made a late appearance, showcasing his potential as a promising young talent.

**Xabi Alonso (6/10):**
Alonso made the surprising decision to replace both center backs in the 67th minute. Although Atletico appeared to be the stronger team overall, he will be grateful for the opportunity to pursue his first piece of silverware as the manager of the Blancos.