The result marks a positive start for manager
Capitalising on Defensive Errors
The match began with Inter Milan showing early attacking intent, forcing Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois into several important saves against Marcus Thuram and Lautaro Martinez. However, the visitors were undone by two significant mistakes at the back that shifted the momentum in favour of the hosts.
The deadlock was broken in the 14th minute when a misplaced pass from Curtis Jones placed Yann Bisseck under pressure. Brahim Diaz intercepted the ball and played it through to Kylian Mbappe, who finished clinically to put Madrid ahead. The lead was doubled shortly before the interval when Inter goalkeeper Josep Martinez failed to clear his lines under pressure from
A Tense Finish at the Bernabeu
Real Madrid had opportunities to extend their lead further, with Josep Martinez making a series of saves to deny Jude Bellingham and Mbappe. As the second half progressed, the game became increasingly open, with both teams struggling to maintain control in midfield. Courtois remained a vital presence for the hosts, producing a notable save to deny Alessandro Bastoni as Inter pushed for a way back into the contest.
Inter Milan eventually found a breakthrough in the 77th minute when Carlos Augusto converted a cross from Lautaro Martinez to narrow the deficit. The visitors continued to press for an equaliser, forcing Courtois into another crucial intervention to block a deflected effort from Henrikh Mkhitaryan. Despite the late pressure, Madrid held firm to secure the win. Valverde, who was named player of the match, credited the performance of his goalkeeper for the result, noting that Courtois’s saves were instrumental in ensuring the team took all three points.
