Jude Bellingham, also the target of some fans' criticism for recent poor play, had put Madrid ahead at the Bernabeu by converting a 30th-minute penalty. He also assisted in Mbappe's goal a well-placed low shot from outside the area.

Courtois said afterwards: "It's similar to what happened to me. The demands of the Bernabéu and Real Madrid are not easy. You know where you're going and what awaits you, but it's not always easy. The more you try, the less you succeed.

While Kylian Mbappé is going through a big crisis of confidence, Real Madrid would have made a strong choice for