Atletico Madrid 4-1 Club Brugge Player Ratings: Mignolet 4/10 Rated as Alexander Sorloth's Hat-Trick Seals Dominant Victory

Atletico Madrid delivered a dominant 4-1 victory over Club Brugge at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano to secure their place in the UEFA Champions League round of 16. A clinical performance in front of goal, led by Alexander Sorloth’s hat-trick, ensured Diego Simeone’s side advanced in convincing fashion.

Sorloth opened the scoring in the 23rd minute before restoring control late on with strikes in the 76th and 87th minutes. Johnny Cardoso added another just after halftime, while Joel Ordonez briefly gave Brugge hope in the first half. Despite competitive possession numbers, Atletico Madrid were far more efficient, outperforming their opponents in key attacking moments to seal progression.

Key Takeaways

• Atletico were ruthless in front of goal, with Alexander Sørloth’s hat-trick turning efficiency into dominance.
• After a competitive first half, Diego Simeone’s tactical tweaks overwhelmed Brugge, shifting the tempo decisively.
• Jan Oblak’s composure and key saves ensured Brugge never built sustained momentum.

Atletico Madrid Player Ratings vs Club Brugge

Here are the Atletico Madrid player ratings against Club Brugge.

Goalkeeper

Jan Oblak - 8.0: A really commanding performance from the keeper, even if the clean sheet was lost. From our perspective, he was a massive reason Atlético Madrid felt so comfortable. He made four crucial saves, with two coming from inside the box, and what stood out was his incredible distribution. He even notched an assist, which is rare. His high claims were confident, and he recovered the ball 15 times.

Defenders

Matteo Ruggeri - 8.0: What an outlet he was on the flank. This was an offensive masterclass from a defender. He provided the assist for Alexander Sørloth's final goal and created a whopping five chances throughout the game. We noticed his crossing was a constant menace, with three successful deliveries from five attempts. He was dribbled past a few times, which is a slight negative, but his attacking contribution, including a big chance created, more than made up for it.

Marcos Llorente - 7.0: A typically industrious and energetic performance from him. He was a real workhorse, winning seven of his fourteen duels and making two important tackles. His passing was impressively accurate at 92%, and he was always looking to get the team moving forward. Picked up a yellow card, sure, but his commitment was undeniable.

Dávid Hancko - 7.5: We were so impressed by his composure at the back. He was an absolute rock. The highlight was a last-man tackle that was perfectly timed and crucial. He read the game brilliantly, making two interceptions and three clearances. With a 94% pass accuracy, he was calm under pressure and won the majority of his duels.

Marc Pubill - 7.0: A very tidy and effective performance. He didn't do anything flashy, but he did his job exceptionally well. He made five clearances and was almost perfect with his passing, completing 94% of them. He won his aerial battles and didn't give the Club Brugge attackers much to work with.

Midfielders

Johnny Cardoso - 8.0: Scored an absolute screamer from outside the box to give Atlético Madrid the lead again. That goal changed the momentum of the entire match. Beyond the goal, his defensive work was outstanding, racking up five interceptions. He was a ball of energy in the middle, recovering possession and driving the team forward.

Koke - 7.0: The captain ran the show for as long as he was on the pitch. He controlled the tempo of the game with his experience and vision. His passing was crisp, and he created a big chance for a teammate. He just brings a sense of calm and order to the midfield that is so valuable in these Champions League nights.

Álex Baena - 6.5: He had some neat touches and tried to make things happen, but he just couldn't quite impose himself on the game. He created one chance and had a shot, but was a bit on the periphery of the action.

Giuliano Simeone - 6.5: A performance full of running and effort, but it was a bit of a mixed bag. He'll be kicking himself for missing a big chance in the first half. He took three shots in total but couldn't find the breakthrough. He worked tirelessly for the team, but that final piece of quality was just missing on the night.

Forwards

Alexander Sørloth - 9.5: Simply sensational. This was a striker's masterclass, and he was the undisputed man of the match. He scored a perfect hat-trick, showing his clinical finishing with both feet. Four of his five shots were on target, which shows just how lethal he was. He was a constant nightmare for the defenders. Without a doubt, the highest-rated player was the reason Atlético Madrid ran away with this match.

Julián Alvarez - 6.0: A surprisingly quiet game for a player of his quality. He really struggled to get involved, managing only 33 touches in his 58 minutes. He seemed a bit isolated and couldn't find his rhythm. It was no real surprise to see him substituted early in the second half.

Substitutes

Nahuel Molina - 6.5: Came on and provided fresh legs and stability.

Ademola Lookman - 6.5: Looked lively and eager to run at the tired defence.

José María Giménez - 6.0: Shored things up at the back in the final minutes.

Rodrigo Mendoza - N/A: Not on long enough to make a significant impact.

Manager

D. Simeone - 8.5: He got his tactics spot on. After a nervy end to the first half, his team came out for the second half with renewed purpose and intensity. They completely blew Club Brugge away. His substitutions were well-timed and helped see out a massive victory in the Champions League knockout stage.

Club Brugge Player Ratings vs Atletico Madrid

Check out the Club Brugge player ratings for the Atletico Madrid vs Club Brugge Champions League match.

Goalkeeper

Simon Mignolet - 4.0: A brutal night for the experienced goalkeeper. Conceding four goals is never good, but the error leading to a goal was the real killer. He only made one save all game, and from our perspective, he just looked shaky. It was a performance he'll want to forget very quickly.

Defenders

Joel Ordóñez - 6.5: A strange game for the defender. He scored a fantastic header to bring his team level, showing great desire. But defensively, it was a different story. He struggled against Alexander Sørloth, got a yellow card, and was part of a defence that shipped four goals. The goal bumps up his rating, but it was a difficult defensive outing.

Brandon Mechele - 6.5: He battled hard and never gave up. He won a lot of his aerial duels and made an impressive seven clearances. He even provided the assist for the goal. However, like the rest of the backline, he was ultimately part of a defence that was just overwhelmed by Atlético's second-half onslaught.

Kyriani Sabbe - 6.0: He was very involved in the attack, pushing forward and delivering passes into the final third. But the trade-off was a lack of defensive solidity. He lost possession 15 times, which put his team under pressure. He tried to contribute, but it left his side exposed at times.

Joaquin Seys - 6.5: We thought he had a decent game, all things considered. He was solid in his duels, winning six out of seven, and his passing was very reliable. He made a couple of important tackles and blocks. He was substituted after putting in a respectable shift before the late collapse.

Midfielders

Christos Tzolis - 7.0: Probably Club Brugge's best player on the night. He was a constant creative force, creating three chances, including one big one. His dribbling caused problems for the Atlético Madrid defence. It was a real shame his night was cut short by injury, as he was the one most likely to make something happen for the visitors.

Carlos Forbs - 5.5: A really frustrating player to watch tonight. He showed flashes of skill with his dribbling, completing five. However, his decision-making was poor and he lost the ball an incredible 24 times. His final product was nonexistent, with only one of his seven crosses finding a teammate.

Hugo Vetlesen - 5.5: He'll be disappointed with his contribution. The biggest moment was a big chance missed that could have changed the game. He had a couple of shots saved but generally struggled to get into the game. He was outmuscled in the midfield battle and was substituted after 65 minutes.

Hans Vanaken - 6.5: The captain kept things ticking over in possession with an excellent 95% pass accuracy. He tried to orchestrate the attacks, creating three chances. But what stood out to us was how the midfield was overrun. He couldn't provide enough defensive cover as Atlético Madrid powered through them in the second half.

Aleksandar Stanković - 6.5: He was busy and put in a lot of work. His passing was solid, and he made some good defensive contributions with seven ball recoveries and two interceptions. However, a glaring error that led to a shot against his team was a major black mark on an otherwise decent individual display.

Forwards

Nicolò Tresoldi - 6.0: He had a thankless task up front. He was completely isolated for most of the game, touching the ball just 24 times in 66 minutes. He worked hard and tried to press, but was given very little service to work with.

Substitutes

Romeo Vermant - 5.5: Came on and picked up a yellow card, struggled to make a positive impact.

Mamadou Diakhon - 6.0: Added some energy but couldn't change the game.

Félix Lemaréchal - N/A: Came on late.

Gustaf Nilsson - N/A: Not enough time to rate.

Bjorn Meijer - N/A: A late replacement.

Manager

I. Leko - 5.5: His team showed fight in the first half and deservedly got their equalizer. However, he had absolutely no answer for Simeone's second-half adjustments. His side was completely dismantled after the break, and his substitutions failed to stem the tide. A very difficult lesson in the Champions League.

Man of the Match

Alexander Sorloth was the man of the match.

Worst Performer

Simon Mignolet was the worst performer.