With nearly 30 shots, a goal from Jude Bellingham and a victory, a quick glance would make it seem like Real Madrid's 1-0 win against Juventus in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday was a simple job well done as their near-perfect start to the season continues. The actual 90 minute experience, though, was a mixed bag for Los Blancos, who swapped efficiency for unevenness in a performance that was ultimately a balance of lucky and unlucky moments.

The good news for Xabi Alonso's side is that the manager's personnel choices paid off, even if the reward felt like something out of Carlo Ancelotti's version of Real Madrid than the new look Alonso is trying to instill. Vinicius Junior has almost been relegated to a secondary role for Los Blancos these days as Alonso rotates through his o

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