Rabat – Brahim Diaz produced an impressive performance on Tuesday as Real Madrid defeated Inter Milan 2-1, with the Moroccan international playing a major role in the Spanish side’s attacking display.
Real Madrid took the lead in the 14th minute through Kylian Mbappé. The move began when Inter defender Yann Bisseck lost possession. Mbappé recovered the ball and played it to Diaz, who immediately returned it to the French forward. Mbappé then finished the move to give Madrid a 1-0 lead.
Federico Valverde doubled Real Madrid’s advantage in the 23rd minute. The Uruguayan midfielder capitalized on another defensive error from Inter to make it 2-0.
Diaz continued to cause problems for the Italian defense. He almost created a second goal for Mbappé after sending the French striker through on goal, but an Inter defender made a crucial intervention to prevent the finish.
The Moroccan remained influential after the break. In the 58th minute, Diaz produced a brilliant piece of skill to beat his marker before lifting the ball toward Jude Bellingham, who was unable to convert the opportunity.
Eight minutes later, Diaz created another chance for Mbappé. His pass gave the forward an opportunity to shoot, but Inter goalkeeper Josep Martínez stopped the effort with his leg.
Diaz also came close to scoring himself in the 69th minute. Bellingham found him inside the penalty area, where the Moroccan midfielder created space with a clever movement before sending a left-footed shot narrowly wide.
Inter eventually reduced the deficit in the 77th minute, making the final stages more difficult for Real Madrid.
Diaz was substituted two minutes after Inter’s goal. He ended his performance with an 8.2 rating, according to the rating cited in the original report, making him one of Real Madrid’s highest-rated players.
Real Madrid managed to protect their lead until the final whistle and secured a 2-1 victory over Inter Milan.
Diaz’s performance stood out for his creativity and link-up play, while his involvement in the opening goal made him one of the key figures in Madrid’s attacking display.
