Player Ratings: Performance Analysis of Real Madrid Against Benfica

omidbasir- **Thibaut Courtois (5/10):**
Courtois made several commendable saves during the match. However, he was nutmegged for the first goal, dove the wrong way for the second, and was left helpless for the third and fourth goals.

**Federico Valverde (5/10):**
Valverde frequently found himself out of position on the right flank, leaving Asencio vulnerable and exposed too often.

**Raul Asencio (4/10):**
Asencio struggled defensively leading up to Benfica’s equalizer and received a questionable second yellow card in stoppage time. Nonetheless, he managed to assist Mbappe’s opener.

**Dean Huijsen (6/10):**
Huijsen provided significant cover for Carreras, despite this not being his primary strength. His substitution felt unjustified given his efforts.

**Alvaro Carreras (5/10):**
Carreras displayed a lack of positional discipline during the first half, which was troubling as Benfica consistently attacked down his side.

**Aurelien Tchouameni (5/10):**
Tchouameni conceded a penalty due to a careless shove and was criticized for not moving the ball with sufficient urgency.

**Arda Guler (6/10):**
Guler lost possession on several occasions and was easily outmuscled in midfield but showed improved performance when positioned on the right.

**Jude Bellingham (6/10):**
Bellingham put in a tireless effort, contributing defensively but was limited in offensive opportunities.

**Franco Mastantuono (5/10):**
Mastantuono maintained his width effectively, yet his ball handling could have been more precise.

**Kylian Mbappe (8/10):**
Mbappe scored with a well-timed header and, despite a brief injury scare, netted another goal to momentarily lift Madrid’s hopes, though it ultimately proved fruitless.

**Vinicius Jr (5/10):**
Vinicius was largely unnoticeable in the first half. He exhibited slightly more quality in the second half but was often double-teamed and struggled to get passes.

**Eduardo Camavinga (6/10):**
Upon his introduction in midfield, Camavinga added some much-needed vigor to the team.

**Rodrygo (4/10):**
Rodrygo failed to make a significant impact from the right and was sent off for dissent in stoppage time of the second half.

**David Alaba (6/10):**
Alaba delivered a solid performance at center-back.

**Jorge Cestero (6/10):**
Cestero had another promising display, showcasing his potential as an academy player.

**Brahim Diaz (N/A):**
Diaz had insufficient time on the pitch to influence the game.

**Alvaro Arbeloa (4/10):**
Arbeloa’s decision to field a full-strength squad was unexpected given the circumstances, yet it backfired, as Madrid appeared remarkably vulnerable and deserving of the loss.