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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

'No regrets' – Adrien Rabiot affair not causing any sleepless nights for Marseille president as he breaks silence on Jonathan Rowe dressing room fight

Marseille president Pablo Longoria has opened up about the departure of key midfielder Adrien Rabiot after his dressing room bust-up with England international Jonathan Rowe. Longoria says Rabiot's exit was not pre-determined and the club have been left with a void after his transfer to AC Milan. However, the Marseille president claims the club needed to act to maintain the spirit of discipline.