The freshly crowned La Liga winners had an easy evening’s work thanks to the performance of Carlo Ancelotti’s best players.

Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Jr. put on an offensive clinic as Real Madrid put together a 5-0 rout of Alaves to start their Champions League final preparations in fine fashion on Tuesday.

In the lead-up to the June 1 final, the recently crowned La Liga winners sent a warning message to Borussia Dortmund with a brace from Vinicius and a goal from Bellingham.

Madrid was excellent value for their first goal, controlling the game from the start. After ten minutes, Bellingham gave it to them with a sliced volley that accidentally looped into the net. Vinicius scored the second goal with a simple finish into an open net to cap off a smooth team play. Then, just before halftime, Federico Valverde scored the game’s final goal by smashing it in at the near post.

Even though Los Blancos produced fewer goals in the second half, they were nonetheless entertaining. The fourth goal was a combination of Bellingham and Vinicius; the former dipped the ball for his Brazilian teammate, who sent it into the upper corner from a tight angle. To complete a brilliant cameo, substitute Arda Guler scored for the third time in four games.

Goalkeeper & Defence

Thibaut Courtois (8/10):

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Made an excellent stop to keep things at 0-0 within 70 seconds. Stood up a few more times to hang on to the clean sheet.

Dani Carvajal (7/10):

 

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Didn’t get forward as much as in recent weeks, but did his defensive work well.

Eder Militao (6/10):

Another solid shift as he works his way back from a serious knee injury. Interesting to see if he gets a shout for the UCL final.

Nacho (7/10):

Dealt with the busy Samu reasonably well, and was assured on the ball when he had it. A good showing, all told.

Ferland Mendy (6/10):

Played more of a shielding role than anything, but was excellent in his 1v1s.

Midfield

Eduardo Camavinga (7/10):

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A lovely piece of skill set up Vinicius’ goal. Recycled possession, and won his tackles. A classy showing at the base of midfield.

Toni Kroos (8/10):

Pinged the ball around from central midfield. Completed 97% of his passes. Assisted Bellingham’s goal and was instrumental in Vinicius’ first.

Federico Valverde (8/10):

Covered loads of ground, put a few shots on goal, and smashed one in.

Jude Bellingham (9/10):

Excellent throughout. Full of neat twists and turns, and kept the ball moving. His goal was slightly lucky, but neither of his assists were. He’s in scary form.

Attack

Rodrygo (7/10):

Went on some mazy runs, created two chances, unfortunate not to find the net. The goals have dried up, but his attacking impetus has gone nowhere.

Vinicius Jr (8/10):

Couldn’t miss from close range to get on the scoresheet. Took his second goal wonderfully. Not his best game on the ball, but he was immensely clinical here.

Subs & Manager

Arda Guler (8/10):

Took his goal well, and was lively on the ball. He’s finding form.

Antonio Rudiger (7/10):

Replaced Militao for 20 comfortable minutes.

Dani Ceballos (5/10):

A bit loose in a 20 minute cameo.

Mario Martin (N/A):

No time to make an impact.

Carlo Ancelotti (8/10):

Went for a full strength side to keep the legs fresh ahead of the Champions League final in early June. Los Blancos were excellent throughout, and good value for their win. Beware, BVB.