Real Madrid got the job done at the Bernabéu, beating Deportivo Alavés 2-1 in LaLiga Round 33 in front of 61,468 fans. The standout was Vinícius Júnior, who scored once and posted a 9.3 Sofascore Rating. It was a performance built on end product, smart movement and steady work without the ball.

Shooting returns that matter

Vinícius made his four shots count, putting two on target and finding the net once. His expected goals sat at 0.20, which underlines how efficiently he took his main chance. One shot was blocked and one missed the target, but he stayed involved across the 90 minutes.

He also drew three fouls, which helped Real Madrid manage tempo in the final third. No assist this time, yet the goal and constant threat carried weight on the scoreboard.

Creative supply in the final third

The Brazilian created a steady stream of chances with five key passes, the most creative slice of his night. He completed 38 of 43 passes, including 35 of 40 in the opposition half. That blend of volume and accuracy shows how often he received the ball high and kept moves alive.

His expected assists number came in at 0.30, reflecting how those passes led to real opportunities. On Sofascore, fans could see the chance map and passing splits in real time.

Progressive carries that push lines back

Vinícius drove at Alavés repeatedly, logging 28 ball carries for 291 meters in total distance. Thirteen of those were progressive, adding roughly 206 meters upfield and a best single carry of 23.6 meters. The constant forward motion kept Alavés retreating and opened lanes for teammates.

He touched the ball 65 times and lost possession only once via a dispossession, with two heavy touches. He won 5 of 9 contests and 8 duels overall, a fair return against a set defense.