Real Madrid and Inter to Face Off in UEFA Champions League Match
In the UEFA Champions League opening week match played at the Santiago Bernabéu, Real Madrid defeated their opponent Inter 2-1 to start the tournament with a win.
In the opening week of the 2026-2027 UEFA Champions League season, Real Madrid defeated Inter 2-1 at home. In the match played at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, the goals that brought victory to the host team came from Kylian Mbappe and Federico Valverde.
Exciting Match at Santiago Bernabéu
In the first week match of the 2026-2027 UEFA Champions League season, Spanish giant Real Madrid and Italian representative Inter faced each other.
The tough match, which took place at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium and attracted great interest from football fans, witnessed a competitive struggle between the sides.
Real Madrid Gained the Upper Hand Early On
Taking control of the game early in the match, host team Real Madrid found the goal they were looking for in the 14th minute.
Taking the lead with a goal by Kylian Mbappe, the Spanish representative increased the difference to two with a goal scored by Federico Valverde in the 23rd minute.
Inter's Efforts Were Not Enough for Victory
Italian team Inter, which tested the opponent's goal throughout the match to change the score, found the goal they were looking for in the later minutes of the game.
Stepping up in the 77th minute of the match, Carlos Augusto scored the goal that reduced the deficit to one, but this goal was not enough to change the outcome of the match.
Situation of National Footballers on the Field
In the match where the status of national players was curious, Inter player Hakan Çalhanoğlu started the match in the starting eleven.
While the experienced midfielder left his place to Piotr Zielinski in the 60th minute, Arda Güler was not in the squad for Real Madrid due to suspension.
Next Week's Match Schedule
Real Madrid, which closed the first week in the Champions League with a victory, will be a guest of Roma away in the next match of the tournament.
Italian team Inter will continue its search for points by hosting Club Brugge at its home ground.