Real Madrid star proved his point vs Atletico Madrid

We all know this Real Madrid side loves a thriller. So it was no surprise when they provided one against city rivals, Atletico Madrid, at the Santiago Bernabeu. Alvaro Morata had given Diego Simeone’s side the lead early, and if they had taken their chances, the game might have been put to bed.

They did not though, but one man did. Rodrygo was left on the bench but came on in the second half in hopes of making a difference. And what a difference he made!

The Brazilian star scored an unbelievable goal, going past four Atletico Madrid defenders before nonchalantly putting the ball into the back of the net. It seemed as if he was playing in his back garden.

A video had gone viral during the World Cup of Rodrygo rubbing the legs of Ronaldo Nazario, in hopes of transferring some of the magic to his own. Well, this goal did remind of O Fenomeno in his prime.

Rodrygo proved his point as Real Madrid defeated Atletico Madrid to reach Copa del Rey semis

A lot has been made of Rodrygo’s future at Real Madrid over the past week or so, with rumours suggesting that he is not particularly happy with his role in the team.

He certainly showed against Atletico Madrid, what he is truly capable of, coming off the bench to make a difference.

Rodrygo had come off the bench to provide an assist in the previous game vs Athletic Bilbao, as the Brazilian youngster seems to be playing with a chip on his shoulders right now.

The win against Atletico Madrid means that Real Madrid have booked their place in the Copa del Rey semi-finals. They have no time to reflect or celebrate though, as their next match is against an in-form Real Sociedad in La Liga. Do not be surprised if Rodrygo starts in that one.