Kylian Mbappé couldn’t find his stride. Vinícius Júnior wasn’t much of a threat. It was Brahim Díaz receiving the standing ovation from the Real Madrid fans on Tuesday.

Rabat - “Brahim Díaz, the lethal weapon of Morocco and Real Madrid, is making a strong impression,” the Confederation of African Football (CAF) boasts. Commenting on the Atlas Lion's brilliant performance for Real Madrid against Atletico in the first leg of the last 16 of the European Champions League on Tuesday,

Real Madrid managed a 2-1 win against Atletico Madrid in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 first leg. Rodrygo (4') and Brahim Diaz (55') scored two stellar goals for Los Merengues. Julian Alvarez responded with an equally impressive strike (32') for Atletico.

Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti lamented "unnecessary losses" against Atletico Madrid and said his team isn't happy to play against Diego Simeone's men.

Real Madrid suffered a 2-1 defeat against Real Betis away from home on March 1. Considering the closely contested La Liga title race, the slip-up could turn out