Real Madrid secured a commanding 3-0 win over Salzburg to close out their Club World Cup group stage campaign, advancing to the Round of 16 with authority. The performance was built on a foundation of efficient passing, high ball retention, and sustained territorial pressure, with multiple players contributing across key statistical categories.

From deep progression to final third execution, Madrid featured heavily in the Top 10 rankings across metrics like pass completion, longball accuracy, key passes, progressive carries, and ball recoveries.

Full list of the top 10 performers from the game across 10 different metrics

Real Madrid’s standout performers

Vinícius led the match in key passes (2, tied) and ranked second for both progressive carries (9) and touches in the final third (34), showing his constant involvement in advanced areas. His longball accuracy was also elite, completing 83.3% to rank second in that category. With 3 successful take-ons (joint-most). His xT gain of 0.363 placed him in the top 10, underlining his attacking output.

Jude Bellingham appeared across six Top 10 metrics. He completed 89.5% of his passes, added 3 successful take-ons, and delivered 2 key passes (joint-most). His 8 progressive carries and 28 touches in the final third reflected his dual role in buildup and advanced play. Notably, he topped the match in ball recoveries (9), showcasing his ability to contribute defensively as well.

Arda Güler had 84 touches (5th overall) and led the entire match in progressive carries (10), emphasizing his constant motion and ball progression. He completed 89.7% of his passes and ranked 7th in progressive passes with 9. His 60% longball accuracy and inclusion in the take-ons list reflect his versatile midfield role, even though he only recorded one successful dribble.

Fran García was active along the flank, registering 80 touches and finishing 6th in overall involvement. He had 25 touches in the final third (joint-6th) and completed 66.7% of his long balls. He also made 3 successful take-ons (joint-most), reaffirming his contribution in breaking lines down the left side.