Girona 2-1 Real Madrid: 5 Talking Points

#3 Cristian Portu made the difference; Cristhian Stuani impressive

Cristian Portu celebrates his goal which proved to be a match winner for Girona

Start on the midfield right, Cristian Portu was the standout player for the newly promoted Catalan side. Most of the Girona's attacking play came on the right side as Real could not handle Cristian Portu and Pablo Maffeo's link up play.

For the entire duration of the game, Cristian Portu was a thorn in the flesh for Real Madrid defence, especially Marcelo. He was the chief architect of Girona's attacking play. He was unlucky to hit the woodwork in the 36th minute but scored the all-important second goal to clinch the tie.

Cristhian Stuani led the line brilliantly for Girona. Though he made only 18 touches, the least of any player on the starting 11 from both sides, he made some defence-splitting runs and took the goal brilliantly to equalize at the 54th minute.

Cristian Portu Stats:

Goals - 1

Key Passes - 2

Hit the Woodwork - 1

Total Shots - 3