If dreams really do come true, Kylian Mbappé will be hoping this one never ends. In his first game for Real Madrid, he scored his first goal and secured his first European club title. It’s a dream start that he likely envisioned during those difficult nights in Paris last year. Scoring in his debut was almost inevitable for a forward who left PSG with an incredible record of 256 goals in 308 games. And winning his first title was practically guaranteed with Real Madrid in a final—after all, they’ve won 19 of their last 20. Relentless.

Real Madrid fans are also caught up in this dream, thrilled by the prospect of watching the dazzling plays, perfect combinations, and countless goals that Vinicius, Mbappé, Bellingham, and Rodrygo are set to deliver. And with other talents like Güler, Brahim, and Endrick ready to join the fray, the excitement is palpable. Matching last season’s success will be challenging, but the team is as determined as ever, fueled by the boundless demands of the club and its supporters. Based on the last half hour of the match, these daydreams seem well-founded.

However, the final began on a tense note. Courtois was forced to clear the ball under pressure as the team struggled to play out from the back—a jarring contrast after a decade with the best midfield duo in Europe. Adjusting to life without Kroos will take time, patience with Tchouaméni, Camavinga, and Valverde, and some tactical tweaks from the ever-resourceful Ancelotti. But credit must also be given to Atalanta, a team as bold as they are skillful, led by Gasperini, who dared to press high and defend aggressively in mid-August. When the Italians began to tire after an hour and spaces opened up, Bellingham took control, Vinicius continued his relentless play, and Mbappé joined the party. Fun is guaranteed.

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