Many stars like Modric, Rodrygo, Vinicius, Mbappe started from the start. Against Girona, who were rated much lower, Real Madrid did not have much difficulty pressing the field and dominating the game.
Real Madrid created many opportunities but they finished quite hastily. 40 minutes passed and Real Madrid could not score, but in the stalemate, the stars knew how to make their mark.
In the 41st minute, Luka Modric controlled the ball neatly with his chest and then kicked the ball skillfully into the corner of the goal, opening the score. Real Madrid created an advantage before entering the second half.