D. Carvajal

Real Madrid player ratings vs Marseille: Kylian Mbappe keeps his cool as 10-man Blancos are bailed out by highly contentious handball call after Dani Carvajal's moment of complete madness

Kylian Mbappe buried two penalties to overcome a fine finish from Tim Weah as Real Madrid opened their Champions League campaign with a narrow 2-1 win over Marseille. It was a rather mixed night from Los Blancos, who lost Trent Alexander-Arnold to injury and saw Dani Carvajal sent off, but managed to snag a late win in their search for Champions League redemption.

Real Madrid Player Ratings vs. Marseille: Kylian Mbappé Demonstrates Composure as 10-Man Side Prevails Amid Controversial Handball Decision Following Dani Carvajal’s Critical Mistake

Kylian Mbappe's clutch penalties outshone Tim Weah's brilliant strike, delivering Real Madrid a thrilling 2-1 Champions League opener against Marseille. Amid injuries to Trent Alexander-Arnold and Dani Carvajal's red card, the tenacious Blancos fought back for a dramatic late triumph in their redemption quest

It doesn't look good for Trent! Xabi Alonso hails Dani Carvajal's 'competitive gene' and expects Real Madrid captain to keep 'flourishing' after Alexander-Arnold dropped to the bench again

Xabi Alonso heaped praise on Real Madrid captain Dani Carvajal for his "competitive gene" and claimed that he will be a "fundamental" player this season. Those remarks could come as a huge setback for Trent Alexander-Arnold, who has started just twice in four La Liga matches this season since joining from Liverpool in the summer window.