Key Takeaways:
- Gerónimo Rulli registered 10 saves in the first half against Real Madrid, setting a new Champions League record
- The Marseille goalkeeper concluded the match with a remarkable total of 13 saves
- Kylian Mbappé netted two penalties as Real Madrid clinched a 2:1 victory over Olympique Marseille at the Bernabéu
Historic Goalkeeping Display in Madrid
Gerónimo Rulli produced an extraordinary performance between the posts for Olympique Marseille during their Champions League fixture away at Real Madrid. The Argentine shot-stopper thwarted the Spanish giants with 10 first-half saves – surpassing any single half tally recorded by a goalkeeper in the competition’s history.
Gerónimo Rulli made the most UCL saves ever in one half 🆚 Real Madrid (10) and the second most saves in a single match (13) 🇦🇷🧤
Record breaker 🥇 pic.twitter.com/Er7kBnrIkP
— OneFootball (@OneFootball) September 17, 2025
Match Analysis and Key Performances
The opening 45 minutes saw Rulli under relentless pressure, yet he maintained composure and agility to consistently deny Real Madrid’s attackers. His efforts slowed the home side but, following the interval, the tempo eased, with Rulli adding another three saves and reaching a match total of 13.
Despite Marseille’s resilient defence, the visitors could not avoid defeat. Kylian Mbappé converted two spot-kicks for Real Madrid, ultimately deciding the encounter in their favour. Although Marseille managed to respond, the contest ended 2:1, with the French club departing the Bernabéu empty-handed.
