Villarreal 0-2 Real Madrid Player Ratings: Kylian Mbappe Scores Twice as Los Blancos Dominate Away Game

Real Madrid secured a 2-0 win over Villarreal in their La Liga match, with both goals coming in the second half. In this article, we'll discuss Villarreal vs Real Madrid player ratings from the Spanish league game.

The first half was evenly balanced, with neither side able to break the deadlock. Villarreal stayed organised and limited Madrid’s chances, while the visitors were patient in their build-up. The score remained 0-0 at the interval.

Real Madrid took control shortly after the restart. Kylian Mbappé opened the scoring with a well-taken finish, giving his side the lead. The goal changed the flow of the game, as Villarreal pushed forward in search of an equaliser and left spaces at the back.

Madrid made the most of those openings. Mbappé won a penalty and converted it himself to double the lead and secure the result.

Villarreal created a few chances of their own, including opportunities for their captain, but were unable to find the net. In the end, Real Madrid showed greater efficiency in front of goal and saw out the match comfortably.

Key Takeaways

1. The first half ended goalless after a balanced opening 45 minutes.
2. Kylian Mbappe scored early in the second half to give Real Madrid the lead.
3. Mbappé converted a penalty to seal a 2-0 win for Los Blancos.

Real Madrid Player Ratings vs Villarreal

Here are Sportsdunia's Real Madrid player ratings for the La Liga match against Villarreal:

Goalkeeper

Thibaut Courtois - 7.0: A quiet evening for the Belgian giant, which is a testament to the defense in front of him. He made the saves he needed to, including a solid stop from an Alberto Moleiro shot. Commanded his area well with a good high claim. It wasn't a spectacular performance, but it was a confident and clean one. A clean sheet is a clean sheet.

Defenders

Federico Valverde - 7.0: Playing in a defensive role, the captain was industrious as ever. His energy is just infectious. We noticed his nine ball recoveries, showcasing his defensive diligence. He was always looking to get forward and even provided an assist for a saved Arda Güler shot. A typically robust and reliable display.

Raúl Asencio - 7.0: A very composed performance from the central defender. His pass accuracy of 88% shows how comfortable he was building from the back. He won most of his duels and made a couple of key interceptions and clearances. He didn't put a foot wrong all game, a quietly effective outing.

Dean Huijsen - 7.5: Looked incredibly assured alongside Asencio. Strong in the air, winning 50% of his aerial duels, and read the game brilliantly with two interceptions. He even popped up with a couple of attempts on goal from set-pieces. What stood out was his distribution, spraying ten long balls to switch play. A mature performance beyond his years.

Álvaro Carreras - 7.5: What a display from the full-back. An incredible 97% pass accuracy is just ridiculous for a player who is constantly involved. He was solid defensively, winning a good number of his duels and making some important recoveries. He was a constant outlet on the left and barely wasted a pass all game.

Midfielders

Arda Güler - 8.0: The creative hub for Madrid before his substitution. He was electric, creating three key passes and always looking to unlock the Villarreal defense. He was unlucky not to score, forcing a great save from the keeper. From our perspective, he was a joy to watch, full of tricks and intelligent movement. A real talent.

Eduardo Camavinga - 8.0: An absolute monster in the middle of the park. He was everywhere. With six tackles and eight duels won, he completely dominated the midfield battle. His energy in breaking up play and driving the team forward was immense. It felt like there were two of him on the pitch at times. A truly commanding performance.

Jude Bellingham - 8.0: Another all-action display from the Englishman. He won over half his duels, made three tackles, and was a creative force with two key passes. His ability to carry the ball and link play between midfield and attack is world-class. He was involved in everything good Madrid did, a relentless and influential presence.

Forwards

Franco Mastantuono - 6.5: A tireless worker on the flank, though things didn't always come off for him. He got stuck in with an impressive five tackles but also picked up a yellow card for his troubles. Lost possession a few times but his work rate was undeniable. A decent shift for the youngster before being subbed.

Kylian Mbappé - 9.0: The undisputed man of the match. When his team needed him, he delivered. He scored the crucial opener and then won and converted the penalty to kill the game. With six shots in total, he was a constant nightmare for the defense. His pace and clinical finishing were the difference between the two sides. A world-class, match-winning performance.

Vinicius Junior - 7.5: Terrorized the Villarreal right side all evening. He drew five fouls and was a constant outlet with his dribbling. While his final product was a little wayward—missing the target with a good chance—his ability to create chaos is invaluable. He was a key part of Madrid's attacking threat, even if he didn't get on the scoresheet.

Substitutes

Gonzalo García - N/A: Came on late to replace Mastantuono but had little time to make an impact.

Brahim Díaz - N/A: Replaced the excellent Güler for the final ten minutes to see the game out.

Manager

Á. Arbeloa Coca - 8.0: His game plan worked to perfection. The team was defensively sound and weathered the early pressure before asserting their dominance. The decision to push for a goal right after halftime paid off handsomely. His side looked organized, motivated, and clinical. A great away win and a tactical victory.

Villarreal Player Ratings vs Real Madrid

Check out Villarreal player ratings from the Spanish league clash:

Goalkeeper

Luiz Júnior - 6.0: Could do little about either of Mbappé's goals. He made a fantastic save to deny Arda Güler in the first half and another to stop a Mbappé strike. Conceding two goals is never great, but from our perspective, he was left exposed by his defense. He did what he could.

Defenders

Alfonso Pedraza - 4.5: A torrid evening for the left-back. He struggled against Madrid's attackers and committed four fouls. The most damaging moment was conceding the penalty that led to the second goal. While he made some tackles, his rashness proved costly. A night he'll want to forget quickly.

Pau Navarro - 5.0: It was a difficult assignment against Madrid's fluid attack. He made a number of tackles but was also dribbled past four times, which is never a good sign for a defender. He picked up a yellow card and looked overwhelmed at times. A tough learning experience for him.

Renato Veiga - 5.5: The better of the two centre-backs, but that isn't saying much. He was decent in possession but was part of a defensive unit that was pulled apart too easily. He made a few important clearances and tackles but struggled with the movement of Mbappé and Vinicius.

Juan Foyth - N/A: His game was cruelly cut short by injury after just 24 minutes. He had already picked up a yellow card in the second minute for a clumsy foul. It's impossible to give a fair rating based on such a short appearance.

Midfielders

Pape Gueye - 4.5: A really poor performance. His stats show an error leading to a goal, a cardinal sin for a midfielder. He also lost possession 14 times, which put his team under constant pressure. While he worked hard and won a few duels, his crucial mistake and wastefulness on the ball were very damaging.

Dani Parejo - 7.0: The one shining light in a dim Villarreal performance. He was the only one who looked capable of creating something, with three key passes and two big chances created. His passing was crisp and he tried to dictate the tempo. It felt like he was fighting a losing battle on his own.

Tajon Buchanan - 5.0: A very ineffective display. He lost possession 12 times in 70 minutes and offered little threat going forward. He got booked for a cynical foul on Vinicius and was eventually substituted. He worked hard defensively but lacked quality on the ball.

Alberto Moleiro - 5.5: A frustrating game for the talented midfielder. He had a decent shot on target but was generally quiet. He lost the ball far too often and struggled to make an impact against Madrid's organized midfield. We expected more from him on the night.

Forwards

Gerard Moreno - 4.5: As the captain and main goal threat, this was a shocking performance. He missed two big chances that could have completely changed the game. For a player of his quality, those were unforgivable misses. He looked off the pace and was subbed after 70 ineffective minutes.

Georges Mikautadze - 5.0: Largely anonymous. He had a couple of shots but never really looked like scoring. He struggled to get involved in the game and was a passenger for large periods. Madrid's defenders had him in their pocket all night. A very quiet outing.

Substitutes

Rafa Marín - 6.0: Came on for the injured Foyth and did reasonably well under difficult circumstances.

Nicolas Pépé - 5.5: Brought on to add some spark but failed to make a significant impact.

Tani Oluwaseyi - 6.0: Looked lively after replacing Moreno and won a few free kicks.

Thomas Partey - 5.5: Replaced Parejo but couldn't influence the game.

Ayoze Pérez - 6.0: Set up one chance but had little time to change the result.

Manager

M. García Toral - 5.0: His team looked second-best all over the pitch. The defensive setup was fragile and they were toothless in attack, reliant on moments that their best players squandered. He couldn't find a way to counter Madrid's strengths, and his substitutions had little effect. A difficult day at the office for the Villarreal boss.

Man of the Match

Real Madrid frontman Kylian Mbappe was the player of the match with two goals.

Worst Performer

Alfonso Pedraza had a nightmarish outing for Villarreal.