Real Madrid v Barcelona player ratings - Jan 15 2024

  • REAL MADRID RATINGS: The Ukrainian was entrusted with the gloves for the final after sitting out the semi-final, and delivered a reliable performance. Not much he could do about Lewandowski's goal. AFP
    Andriy Lunin 7/10
    REAL MADRID RATINGS: The Ukrainian was entrusted with the gloves for the final after sitting out the semi-final, and delivered a reliable performance. Not much he could do about Lewandowski's goal. AFP
    REAL MADRID RATINGS: The Ukrainian was entrusted with the gloves for the final after sitting out the semi-final, and delivered a reliable performance. Not much he could do about Lewandowski's goal. AF
  • After his goal-scoring heroics in the semi-final, the Spanish full-back was more defensive against Barcelona. Did well to contain the pace and threat of Balde. Getty Images
    Dani Carvajal 7/10
    After his goal-scoring heroics in the semi-final, the Spanish full-back was more defensive against Barcelona. Did well to contain the pace and threat of Balde. Getty Images
    After his goal-scoring heroics in the semi-final, the Spanish full-back was more defensive against Barcelona. Did well to contain the pace and threat of Balde. Getty Images
  • The German defender loves the big occasion and proved it again on Sunday night in Riyadh. Led the defence with a series of tackles and headers, while keeping Barca's attack largely quiet. AFP
    Antonio Rudiger 8/10
    The German defender loves the big occasion and proved it again on Sunday night in Riyadh. Led the defence with a series of tackles and headers, while keeping Barca's attack largely quiet. AFP
    The German defender loves the big occasion and proved it again on Sunday night in Riyadh. Led the defence with a series of tackles and headers, while keeping Barca's attack largely quiet. AFP
  • A solid display from the Real Madrid captain at the centre of his team's defence. AFP
    Nacho 7/10
    A solid display from the Real Madrid captain at the centre of his team's defence. AFP
    A solid display from the Real Madrid captain at the centre of his team's defence. AFP
  • The French left-back was comfortably the winner in his duel with Torres, although he found it tougher up against substitute Yamal. Didn't matter, though, as Real had a comfortable lead by that point. AFP
    Ferland Mendy 7/10
    The French left-back was comfortably the winner in his duel with Torres, although he found it tougher up against substitute Yamal. Didn't matter, though, as Real had a comfortable lead by that point. AFP
    The French left-back was comfortably the winner in his duel with Torres, although he found it tougher up against substitute Yamal. Didn't matter, though, as Real had a comfortable lead by that point.
  • Effective at the base of Real Madrid's midfield, the Frenchman put in the tackles and protected his defence while keeping Pedri quiet. Getty Images
    Aurelien Tchouameni 7/10
    Effective at the base of Real Madrid's midfield, the Frenchman put in the tackles and protected his defence while keeping Pedri quiet. Getty Images
    Effective at the base of Real Madrid's midfield, the Frenchman put in the tackles and protected his defence while keeping Pedri quiet. Getty Images
  • The German continued to get booed by sections of the fans for his less-than-complimentary comments about the Saudi Pro League, but didn't let that impact his performance. Displayed his usual full array of passing ability. AFP
    Toni Kroos 7/10
    The German continued to get booed by sections of the fans for his less-than-complimentary comments about the Saudi Pro League, but didn't let that impact his performance. Displayed his usual full array of passing ability. AFP
    The German continued to get booed by sections of the fans for his less-than-complimentary comments about the Saudi Pro League, but didn't let that impact his performance. Displayed his usual full arra
  • A typically all-action, energetic performance from the Uruguayan who helped Real Madrid control the midfield. AFP
    Federico Valverde 7/10
    A typically all-action, energetic performance from the Uruguayan who helped Real Madrid control the midfield. AFP
    A typically all-action, energetic performance from the Uruguayan who helped Real Madrid control the midfield. AFP
  • A data report last week named him the most valuable footballer on the planet, and the Super Cup final demonstrated why. Got the rout underway with a sublime assist for Vinicius' opening goal, and stayed composed on the ball throughout. Happy to run and dig in, too. Getty Images
    Jude Bellingham 8/10
    A data report last week named him the most valuable footballer on the planet, and the Super Cup final demonstrated why. Got the rout underway with a sublime assist for Vinicius' opening goal, and stayed composed on the ball throughout. Happy to run and dig in, too. Getty Images
    A data report last week named him the most valuable footballer on the planet, and the Super Cup final demonstrated why. Got the rout underway with a sublime assist for Vinicius' opening goal, and stay
  • The Brazilian was a constant menace to the Barcelona defence. Bullied left-back Balde all game and ended the final with one goal and one assist. AFP
    Rodrygo 8/10
    The Brazilian was a constant menace to the Barcelona defence. Bullied left-back Balde all game and ended the final with one goal and one assist. AFP
    The Brazilian was a constant menace to the Barcelona defence. Bullied left-back Balde all game and ended the final with one goal and one assist. AFP
  • A hat-trick in a cup final against your fiercest rivals is as good as it gets. The Brazilian opened the scoring in the seventh minute when he sprinted clear and rounded Pena, and got his second just three minutes later. Completed his 39-minute hat-trick from the penalty spot to leave with a winner's medal and the match ball. EPA
    Vinicius Junior 10/10
    A hat-trick in a cup final against your fiercest rivals is as good as it gets. The Brazilian opened the scoring in the seventh minute when he sprinted clear and rounded Pena, and got his second just three minutes later. Completed his 39-minute hat-trick from the penalty spot to leave with a winner's medal and the match ball. EPA
    A hat-trick in a cup final against your fiercest rivals is as good as it gets. The Brazilian opened the scoring in the seventh minute when he sprinted clear and rounded Pena, and got his second just t
  • SUBS: (Rodrygo 77') Could have scored just moments after coming on, and remained a threat until the final whistle. Getty Images
    Brahim Diaz N/A
    SUBS: (Rodrygo 77') Could have scored just moments after coming on, and remained a threat until the final whistle. Getty Images
    SUBS: (Rodrygo 77') Could have scored just moments after coming on, and remained a threat until the final whistle. Getty Images
  • (Kroos 81') Brought his usual composure and experience to the team as Real looked to close out the victory. Getty Images
    Luka Modric N/A
    (Kroos 81') Brought his usual composure and experience to the team as Real looked to close out the victory. Getty Images
    (Kroos 81') Brought his usual composure and experience to the team as Real looked to close out the victory. Getty Images
  • (Vinicius 82') A defensive switch from Carlo Ancelotti to ensure no late drama as Real eased to victory. AFP
    Eduardo Camavinga N/A
    (Vinicius 82') A defensive switch from Carlo Ancelotti to ensure no late drama as Real eased to victory. AFP
    (Vinicius 82') A defensive switch from Carlo Ancelotti to ensure no late drama as Real eased to victory. AFP
  • (Valverde 86') Provided fresh legs in midfield for the final few minutes. AFP
    Dani Ceballos N/A
    (Valverde 86') Provided fresh legs in midfield for the final few minutes. AFP
    (Valverde 86') Provided fresh legs in midfield for the final few minutes. AFP
  • (Bellingham 86') No time to make an impact. Getty
    Joselu N/A
    (Bellingham 86') No time to make an impact. Getty
    (Bellingham 86') No time to make an impact. Getty
  • BARCELONA RATINGS: A horror first half as he conceded three goals to Vinicius in 32 minutes. The Brazilian had scored three goals total in his previous 15 clasicos. And it could have been much worse if Madrid were more clinical in their 4-1 win. Yet he wasn’t at fault for any of the goals. AFP
    Inaki Pena 6/10
    BARCELONA RATINGS: A horror first half as he conceded three goals to Vinicius in 32 minutes. The Brazilian had scored three goals total in his previous 15 clasicos. And it could have been much worse if Madrid were more clinical in their 4-1 win. Yet he wasn’t at fault for any of the goals. AFP
    BARCELONA RATINGS: A horror first half as he conceded three goals to Vinicius in 32 minutes. The Brazilian had scored three goals total in his previous 15 clasicos. And it could have been much worse i
  • Part of a defence blitzed by Madrid’s counter attacks in front of the 23,977 crowd. The Catalans’ defence was continually pulled out of shape. Couldn’t get forward as he usually does. AP
    Alejandro Balde 5/10
    Part of a defence blitzed by Madrid’s counter attacks in front of the 23,977 crowd. The Catalans’ defence was continually pulled out of shape. Couldn’t get forward as he usually does. AP
    Part of a defence blitzed by Madrid’s counter attacks in front of the 23,977 crowd. The Catalans’ defence was continually pulled out of shape. Couldn’t get forward as he usually does. AP
  • Couldn’t get to grips with Vinicius. Did get a foot to a 64th-minute Vinicius cross – but only enough to prod the ball straight to Rodrygo, who scored Madrid’s fourth. Blocked a Bellingham shot on the line. Getty Images
    Jules Kounde 4/10
    Couldn’t get to grips with Vinicius. Did get a foot to a 64th-minute Vinicius cross – but only enough to prod the ball straight to Rodrygo, who scored Madrid’s fourth. Blocked a Bellingham shot on the line. Getty Images
    Couldn’t get to grips with Vinicius. Did get a foot to a 64th-minute Vinicius cross – but only enough to prod the ball straight to Rodrygo, who scored Madrid’s fourth. Blocked a Bellingham shot on the
  • Pulled wide and left a space behind him as Madrid flooded forward and their Brazilians scored all four goals. The positioning of Barcelona’s defenders cost them in the first half. AFP
    Andreas Christensen 5/10
    Pulled wide and left a space behind him as Madrid flooded forward and their Brazilians scored all four goals. The positioning of Barcelona’s defenders cost them in the first half. AFP
    Pulled wide and left a space behind him as Madrid flooded forward and their Brazilians scored all four goals. The positioning of Barcelona’s defenders cost them in the first half. AFP
  • Gave away the penalty (and received a yellow card) for putting his arm around Vinicius, who then scored Madrid’s third before half time. Sent off after 71 minutes for kicking Vinicius as his frustration got the better of him. Usually Barcelona’s best defender, but not in Saudi Arabia. EPA
    Ronald Araujo 4/10
    Gave away the penalty (and received a yellow card) for putting his arm around Vinicius, who then scored Madrid’s third before half time. Sent off after 71 minutes for kicking Vinicius as his frustration got the better of him. Usually Barcelona’s best defender, but not in Saudi Arabia. EPA
    Gave away the penalty (and received a yellow card) for putting his arm around Vinicius, who then scored Madrid’s third before half time. Sent off after 71 minutes for kicking Vinicius as his frustrati
  • Cleared to play after an injury on Thursday, he’s lacking match fitness and it showed. A fit Pedri will help a Barcelona side who’ve missed him and will continue to miss Gavi. “We played the worst possible game,” said coach Xavi. “It started horribly, then we got a bit back to it but the 3-1 [goal] was extremely painful. We have not been comfortable at any time, we have dominated at times, but we missed the chances we got.” Getty Images
    Pedri 5/10
    Cleared to play after an injury on Thursday, he’s lacking match fitness and it showed. A fit Pedri will help a Barcelona side who’ve missed him and will continue to miss Gavi. “We played the worst possible game,” said coach Xavi. “It started horribly, then we got a bit back to it but the 3-1 [goal] was extremely painful. We have not been comfortable at any time, we have dominated at times, but we missed the chances we got.” Getty Images
    Cleared to play after an injury on Thursday, he’s lacking match fitness and it showed. A fit Pedri will help a Barcelona side who’ve missed him and will continue to miss Gavi. “We played the worst pos
  • Anonymous and outshone by Kroos in a new low for Barcelona coach Xavi. Couldn’t cut out the balls to Bellingham. Reuters
    Sergi Roberto 5/10
    Anonymous and outshone by Kroos in a new low for Barcelona coach Xavi. Couldn’t cut out the balls to Bellingham. Reuters
    Anonymous and outshone by Kroos in a new low for Barcelona coach Xavi. Couldn’t cut out the balls to Bellingham. Reuters
  • After a poor start for his team who were 2-0 down inside nine minutes, he helped Barcelona control possession in the first half, yet Madrid were content to counter with devastating effect. Getty Images
    Frenkie de Jong 5/10
    After a poor start for his team who were 2-0 down inside nine minutes, he helped Barcelona control possession in the first half, yet Madrid were content to counter with devastating effect. Getty Images
    After a poor start for his team who were 2-0 down inside nine minutes, he helped Barcelona control possession in the first half, yet Madrid were content to counter with devastating effect. Getty Image
  • Outshone by his opponents who dazzled in white. Was out of position as Carvajal set up Rodrygo to score. Needs must means he’s played as a deep-lying playmaker in a side missing Sergio Busquets, yet he’s most effective further forward. Getty Images
    Ilkay Gundogan 5/10
    Outshone by his opponents who dazzled in white. Was out of position as Carvajal set up Rodrygo to score. Needs must means he’s played as a deep-lying playmaker in a side missing Sergio Busquets, yet he’s most effective further forward. Getty Images
    Outshone by his opponents who dazzled in white. Was out of position as Carvajal set up Rodrygo to score. Needs must means he’s played as a deep-lying playmaker in a side missing Sergio Busquets, yet h
  • Was unfortunate not to score his side’s first goal but Lunin saved. Hit the woodwork but then Madrid scored four against Barca for the second time in three clasicos and Barcelona’s strikers are struggling to score. AFP
    Ferran Torres 6/10
    Was unfortunate not to score his side’s first goal but Lunin saved. Hit the woodwork but then Madrid scored four against Barca for the second time in three clasicos and Barcelona’s strikers are struggling to score. AFP
    Was unfortunate not to score his side’s first goal but Lunin saved. Hit the woodwork but then Madrid scored four against Barca for the second time in three clasicos and Barcelona’s strikers are strugg
  • Still not at his best, but his low 33rd-minute effort from outside the area was Barcelona’s best moment of the game. Reuters
    Robert Lewandowski 6/10
    Still not at his best, but his low 33rd-minute effort from outside the area was Barcelona’s best moment of the game. Reuters
    Still not at his best, but his low 33rd-minute effort from outside the area was Barcelona’s best moment of the game. Reuters
  • SUBS: (Roberto 61') Improved Barca but not by much. EPA
    Lamine Yamal 6/10
    SUBS: (Roberto 61') Improved Barca but not by much. EPA
    SUBS: (Roberto 61') Improved Barca but not by much. EPA
  • (Ferran 61') Showed energy as he ran towards goal, past two Madrid players and got a shot on target after 80. Scythed by Rudiger after the Portuguese had turned him – and he was rightly booked; Fermin Lopez: 5/10 (Pedri 61'). Getty Images
    Joao Felix 6/10
    (Ferran 61') Showed energy as he ran towards goal, past two Madrid players and got a shot on target after 80. Scythed by Rudiger after the Portuguese had turned him – and he was rightly booked; Fermin Lopez: 5/10 (Pedri 61'). Getty Images
    (Ferran 61') Showed energy as he ran towards goal, past two Madrid players and got a shot on target after 80. Scythed by Rudiger after the Portuguese had turned him – and he was rightly booked; Fermin