Despite Real Madrid’s 4-2 defeat to Girona, Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti was full of praise for star forward Vinicius Jr.

Vinicius had a good game and got a goal and an assist to his name.

Ancelotti singled out only the Brazilian for praise.

Ancelotti said: “He got a goal and an assist.

“He was good, as always, but the team lacked connection. He has seen too many yellow cards for a player of his characteristics.”

On why he subbed off Nacho, he said: “He did his job and I changed him to bring on (Edouard) Camavinga to try to and make more inroads up the left wing. I have nothing to criticise him about.

“He wasn’t at his level, but neither was anyone else. Nobody played at their usual level.”