Just when you thought football couldn’t get any more exciting, 18-year-old Endrik from Palmeiras came along and charmed everyone, including manager Carlo Ancelotti. He has a knack for making tight spaces look like highways and bends like dreams. He is truly a rare gem on the pitch.
As for the game itself? A mix of seasoned pros and enthusiastic young talent, providing competition for veterans like Lucas Vazquez and Dani Ceballos. They were the backbone, and the younger players especially got noticed as the game progressed.
For Milan, Paulo Fonseca has already proven his mettle with two wins since the opening game. And, oh, Samuel Chukwueze! That player has a knack for captivating Real with his clever moves and killer finishes.
Real Madrid’s young guns
With most of the big names absent from the pre-season hype, Ancelotti’s lineup was an odd mix of proven players and newcomers fresh from training. Mario Martin, the only newcomer selected alongside the veterans, certainly showed some courage.
Endrik’s shining moment
What about Endrik? He was thrown deep into the fray and swam without sinking. After a tough tussle with Milan defenders, he took a shot that almost knocked us out of our seats. Ancelotti hasn’t pounced on him yet, but it’s clear he’s excited about what the kid can do.
Defensive Shuffle
And the defense? Well, Jesús Vallejo showed that he is more than just warming the bench by being on his toes and partnering Antonio Rudiger. As the game got underway, the young defenders also had a chance to show that they are more than just adding to the numbers.
New sprouts appear in Real’s fields
As for the performance of the young players? Mario Martin certainly took the opportunity to shine and jumped into every challenge. However, the more experienced players around him seemed to have a hard time leaving their mark.
And let’s not forget Chukwueze, who seems to have a particular penchant for putting Real in difficult situations. His goal was a textbook finish, a quick counter-attack that left the Real defence scrambling.
So what’s next? Real are on the verge of defeating Barcelona, and Milan aren’t slowing down either. The season has only just begun, but it’s already looking like it’s going to be a great one!
