Real Madrid concluded their 2025-26 season with an exhilarating 4-2 victory against Athletic Club at Santiago Bernabeu, featuring goals from Gonzalo Garcia, Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe, and Brahim Diaz.
Despite conceding twice, the goalkeeper had a relatively uneventful match.
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Dani Carvajal – 8
The captain of Real Madrid made a grand farewell, providing a superb assist for Gonzalo‘s goal, before receiving a warm ovation from the Bernabeu crowd upon his late substitution.
His performance wasn’t top-notch, but there were positive signs for Asencio as an intriguing summer awaits.
Alaba, also playing his last match for Real Madrid, featured for 70 minutes before his exit, receiving a rousing ovation from the home fans.
He demonstrated one of his strongest performances in months, appearing solid defensively and contributing an assist for Mbappe’s goal.
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The Argentine had a decent outing, marking the end of a challenging first season with Real Madrid, from which he has gained significant experience.
Returning to his role in the lead after a confrontation with Aurelien Tchouameni, he delivered a typically reliable performance.
He continues to improve with each match, showcasing another solid display capped off by a stunning volley in the first half.
Thiago Pitarch – 8
This was his best performance since stepping up to the first team. He assisted Bellingham’s goal and later added a second assist for Brahim.
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Gonzalo Garcia – 6.5
He opened the scoring early with a well-taken goal but was relatively quiet thereafter.
Kylian Mbappe – 7
Returning to the scoresheet with the World Cup approaching, Mbappe showcased an improved performance compared to previous weeks.
Substitutes
Substituted Alaba with 20 minutes left on the clock.
Guler made a timely comeback following injury as he prepares for the World Cup.
He was replaced by Alvaro Arbeloa in recent matches but was given what could be his final chance to play for Real Madrid.
Brahim Diaz – 6.5
Maintained his good form, netting a goal late in the game to extend the score to 4-1.
Manuel Serrano – N/A
Entered the match late as a substitute for the emotional farewell of Carvajal.