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Five Bullet Points From Real Madrid’s Win Over AEK Athens

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By Kiyan Sobhani · Managing Madrid

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 3:30 PM

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Kiyan Sobhani analyzed Real Madrid's 3-2 Champions League victory away against AEK Athens.
Real Madrid scored three goals and outshot AEK Athens 24-9 despite heavy squad rotation by Jose Mourinho.
Sobhani argued that substitute Fede Valverde and midfielder Jude Bellingham delivered dominant, decisive performances.

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Managing Madrid writer Kiyan Sobhani analyzed Real Madrid's 3-2 victory against AEK Athens in Greece, praising the rotated squad for securing three points. Despite Jose Mourinho resting multiple regular starters, the Spanish side created numerous scoring chances and outshot their opponents 24-9.

Sobhani highlighted standout performances from Jude Bellingham, Diomande, and substitute Fede Valverde, while expressing strong concern regarding the defensive struggles and poor form of Denzel Dumfries and Vinicius Junior.

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