Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti praised young sensation Endrick after his impressive contribution in the team’s 3-0 victory over Real Valladolid on Sunday, August 25.
This win marked Los Blancos’ first three points of the 2024-25 season, achieved in front of a lively crowd at the Santiago Bernabeu. Endrick, the Brazilian prodigy, signed with Real Madrid from Palmeiras at just 16 years old in 2022 but only joined the team this summer.
The 18-year-old already made waves by representing Brazil at the 2024 Copa America, an extraordinary achievement for someone so young.Ancelotti introduced Endrick in the 86th minute of the match, handing him his debut.
It took the teenager just 10 minutes to find the back of the net, a moment that earned him significant praise from his coach. Despite being left on the bench in previous matches against Atalanta and Mallorca, Endrick seized his opportunity to shine when called upon.
Ancelotti spoke highly of the young player after the match, noting his significant potential and the quality he has already displayed at the club. “Endrick looks very good; he has very big potential. He showed that with his goal,” Ancelotti remarked (via Madrid Xtra). Endrick’s first goal was a product of both skill and composure. In the 96th minute, with Real Valladolid’s defense tiring, he received a pass from fellow substitute Brahim Diaz.
After skillfully creating space for himself, Endrick unleashed a low right-footed shot that flew past goalkeeper Karl Hein, sparking a passionate celebration.
Endrick’s arrival at Real Madrid this summer was somewhat overshadowed by the club’s acquisition of superstar forward Kylian Mbappe. Ironically, it was Mbappe who made way for Endrick’s debut, leading to the Brazilian’s memorable first goal for the club.
Real Madrid’s 3-0 win over Real Valladolid also highlighted their depth, as they secured the victory without star midfielder Jude Bellingham, who was sidelined with a foot injury sustained in training. After a lackluster first half, Federico Valverde broke the deadlock in the 50th minute with a trademark long-range strike.
Substitute Brahim Diaz then doubled the lead in the 88th minute with his first goal of the season.Endrick rounded off the scoring, capping a dominant performance by Real Madrid.
The team will now look ahead to their next challenge, an away match against Las Palmas on August 29, where they will aim to build on this strong start to their La Liga campaign.
