Lille vs Real Madrid: Lille striker Jonathan David’s penalty in the first half ended Real Madrid’s 14-match unbeaten record in the Champions League.
The Barcelona transfer target converted from the penalty spot three minutes into the first-half stoppage time to secure the win over the 15-time champions.
The Real Madrid side haven’t lost a single game in their last 36 matches in all competitions.
Major Highlights In The Match
Eduardo Camavinga Saves Real Madrid From Conceding A First Half Goal
Real Madrid defensive midfielder, Eduardo Camavinga saved the Los Blancos from conceding a first-half goal in the 16th minute of the game.
It was an incredible block for the midfielder, who returned to the squad recently after a long-term injury.
Andriy Lunin Made a Double Save to Keep Real Madrid in the Game
Real Madrid goalkeeper Lunin made two incredible saves in the 24th minute of the match to save the Los Blancos from conceding a goal. He was forced into two different saves by Lille striker Jonathan David.
Barcelona Transfer Target, Jonathan David, Scored A Penalty In The First Half
David, the major threat against Real Madrid in the match, converted from the penalty spot to give Ligue 1 giant, Lille, a deserving lead against the reigning Champions.
The referee awarded a penalty after Camavinga’s handball in the Real Madrid 18-yard box.
Even though the Real Madrid side played exceptionally well, they failed to convert their chances in the first half of the game.
Real Madrid have scored just 3 first-half goals in 11 games so far this season.
Real Madrid Legend Roberto Carlos Displeased With his Favorite Club Performance Against Ligue 1 Fifth Place Lille
Legendary left-back Carlos was in the stands as Real Madrid lost their first match of the season. The Brazilian showed he was not pleased with the performance of the team when the camera panned to his direction during the game.
Roberto Carlos is absolutely DISGUSTED by the team’s performance pic.twitter.com/bmJI1ISyWP
— OB 🇵🇸 (@GhostRMCF) October 2, 2024
Real Madrid failed to convert their chances, and they were punished for it.
What Jonathan David Said After He Scored The Penalty For Lille Against Real Madrid
The Canadian striker revealed he was confident about taking a penalty against the European giant.
After the match, he said, “On the penalty, I try to focus, to keep calm to take a good shot, but I’m confident when it comes to taking penalties. It has not sunk in yet, but it’s a memorable night.”
Lille And Real Madrid’s Champions League Position After The Match
The Real Madrid side are currently in the 17th place of the Champions League table with three points from two matches. Lille are in the 18th place of the Champions League table with three points.
What Next for Lille And Real Madrid?
The Lille team will play against Toulouse in the French Ligue 1 on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 6:00 pm. Lille will triumph over their opponent in the match.
The Real Madrid side will play against Villarreal in the Spanish La Liga on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at 8:00 pm.
The Los Blancos are expected to win the match against the Villarreal side.
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