31′
9:32 p.m
Even though the two Brazilians’ action was whistled for offside, it shows how great the Royals’ individual class is. Valencia plays courageously forward here, but is therefore constantly in danger of running into such counterattacks.
28′
9:31 p.m
Now Real is starting to work its magic – and of course it’s the Brazilians. First, Vinícius Junior leaves two opponents standing after a counterattack and passes to his compatriot Rodrygo in the penalty area. He in turn wets two other defenders with a great backheel trick and puts it beautifully into the penalty area. There Vinícius comes to the end, but the flag goes up. Giorgi Mamardashvili would have been there anyway.
27′
9:28 p.m
The game calmed down a bit in the last few minutes. The hosts let themselves fall back a little further into their own half. Valencia continue to play impressively offensively and are not intimidated by the Bernabeu.
24′
9:26 p.m
There are signs of a first change among the guests. Goalkeeper Mamardashvili sits in his own six-yard box. Apparently Valencia’s goalkeeper has adductor problems. Substitute keeper Domenech is already getting ready on the sidelines, even if the Georgian remains on the field for the time being.
22′
9:23 p.m
Javier Guerra tries a shot at the far corner from a half-left position just before the penalty area. The right-footed shot misses its target by several meters – Andriy Lunin doesn’t have to intervene.
20′
9:21 p.m
So far, both teams have appeared here with their sights open. There are great opportunities hailing here and there. This offensive spectacle in the first 20 minutes is a real treat, especially for neutral spectators.
17′
9:18 p.m
And in return, real again! Vinícius Junior moves into the penalty area from the right of the baseline and looks for the shot at the far corner. The low shot is slightly deflected and rushes just centimeters past the far post!
16′
9:17 p.m
Hugo Duro misses the next great opportunity! Sergi Canós passes through on the left at the perfect moment, the guests’ top striker appears alone in the penalty area in front of Andriy Lunin. However, his finish is clearly too out of place and goes straight to the man – Valencia has to do things like that here!
13′
9:14 p.m
There’s a lot on offer here at the Bernabeu in these opening minutes. A goal, a hit on the crossbar and another great chance – all after just ten minutes. Viewers are definitely getting their money’s worth so far.
10′
9:13 p.m
Huge save from Lunin on the other side! Now Valencia is venturing forward again. Javier Guerra passes it across the six-yard box to Hugo Duro in the penalty area. The Blanquinegros’ top striker leaves Nacho in great position with the first contact, but fails to finish because of the Ukrainian goalkeeper, who is able to save with a strong foot defense.
8th’
9:11 p.m
Toni Kroos only hits the crossbar! After a foul on Camavinga just outside the penalty area in the half-left position, the Royals have the next excellent free kick opportunity. This time Toni Kroos places the ball to the right, circles it beautifully over the wall, but only hits the crossbar in the top left. Giorgi Mamardashvili can only watch in amazement – an almost perfect free kick!
6′
9:08 p.m
In an almost perfect free-kick position, about 22 meters half-right in front of the box, David Alaba takes the ball. A perfect position for the Austrian central defender. The free kick goes about a meter over Giorgi Mamardashvili’s goal.
3′
9:04 p.m
Great for Real Madrid, 1-0 by Dani Carvajal
But the hosts get off to the perfect start! Toni Kroos hits a wonderful diagonal ball from his own half to the right corner of the penalty area. Dani Carvajal, who has moved up, takes the ball strongly. The ball lands again and the full-back welds the ball with his left foot outside the penalty area with a volley into the bottom right corner – a great goal!
2′
9:03 p.m
Valencia shows from the start that they want to be more than just a sparring partner today. The Blanquinegros quickly look for depth in their own possession and keep the Madrilenians busy in their own half.
1′
9:01 p.m
The ball is rolling in the Spanish capital! The spectators at the Bernabeu are looking forward to the game between Real Madrid and Valencia FC!
8:50 p.m
Today’s game will be officiated by referee José Sánchez Martínez. He is assisted on the sidelines by Raúl Cabanero Martínez and Juan López Mir.
8:43 p.m
On the other side, Valencia plays as usual in a 4-4-2 system. Coach Rubén Baraja is making a change in personnel compared to the last league game. On the left side, Moroccan Selim Amallah is missing due to injury; Sergi Canós has replaced him in the starting line-up. Valencia wants to appear with a big chest here at the Bernabeu. The Blanquinegros have gained a lot of self-confidence in the last few games. Rayo Vallecano also showed last week that they can really annoy Real at home.
8:30 p.m
The Madrilenians, who qualified early for the round of 16 of the Champions League with a home win against Braga during the week, will play in their usual 4-3-1-2 system today. Compared to his last league appearance a week ago, coach Ancelotti has made a total of six personnel changes. Starting in goal, Kepa was injured during the week, so Lunin is between the posts. Nacho plays for Rüdiger in central defense, while Mendy starts for García on the left. Kroos starts in midfield in place of Modrić, who initially has to sit on the bench. Real will also have to do without Bellingham, the man of the moment, who is out with a shoulder injury. Brahim Díaz, who already delivered in the Champions League, is in the starting line-up for him. Rodrygo also moves into the starting line-up for Joselu.
8:15 p.m
A real traditional duel in the Spanish upper house is coming up – Valencia is a guest at Real Madrid. The Royals are in second place in the table before this matchday and are under pressure to reduce the gap to the top of the table to two points after the victory of the league’s surprise team, FC Girona. Carlo Ancelotti’s team is still unbeaten at home this season, but recently had to settle for a goalless draw against Rayo Vallecano. Today’s task certainly won’t be any easier. The guests from Valencia are now unbeaten in four games and have already beaten Atletico 3-0 this season. Accordingly, Real should be careful not to underestimate Ruben Bajara’s team, which is currently in ninth place in the table.
19:59
Welcome to the 13th matchday of La Liga and the duel between Real Madrid and FC Valencia! Kick-off at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu takes place at 9:00 p.m.