Mbappé Scores Real Madrid to Victory Amid Setbacks and Dismissal Against Marseille

The French superstar netted two penalties to seal a hard-fought 2-1 win for the Spanish giants over their French opponents in their UEFA Champions League opener, despite ending the game with 10 men.

First-Half Drama and Setback

Dani Carvajal came on early as a replacement when the right-back picked up an suspected hamstring injury.

The visitors then went ahead in the 22nd minute thanks to Timothy Weah, who capitalized on a defensive error by a young Madrid player.

Mbappé Delivers and Controversy Ensues

Mbappé equalized from the penalty mark after Rodrygo was fouled inside the area by Geoffrey Kondogbia.

Tensions boiled over in the 72nd minute when Carvajal was shown a red card for a headbutt with the opposing shot-stopper, leaving his side at a major handicap.

Late Penalty Seals the Game

Despite being with ten players, Madrid pushed forward and were awarded a late penalty after a debated handball incident involving a Marseille defender.

The number seven calmly converted once again to cap off a remarkable turnaround for the 14-time European champions.

A match filled with twists and turns ended with the Merengues taking all the victory in their Champions League opener.