LOSC Lille pulled off a remarkable upset by defeating reigning Champions League holders Real Madrid 1-0 in their second group stage match at home.
The decisive moment came late in the first half when Jonathan David converted a penalty, awarded after Eduardo Camavinga was penalized for a handball inside the box during stoppage time.
David coolly slotted the ball past Real’s goalkeeper, sending the Ligue 1 side into the break with a crucial lead.
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti responded with a series of attacking substitutions in the second half, bringing on fresh legs in an attempt to break down Lille’s resolute defense.
Despite dominating possession, the Spanish giants struggled to find the back of the net, with Lille maintaining a well-organized shape that continually frustrated Los Blancos.
Real came close to equalizing on several occasions but were denied by Lille’s disciplined backline and a solid performance from their goalkeeper.
Tensions boiled over as Real’s players, visibly frustrated by Lille’s stubborn defense, began to pick up yellow cards for fouls committed in their pursuit of an equalizer.
According to Opta, this result marks Real Madrid’s third consecutive Champions League loss away to French opposition, having previously suffered defeats to Paris Saint-Germain in 2019 and 2022.
Furthermore, the defeat ends Real’s impressive 14-match unbeaten run in the competition, during which they recorded 10 wins and 4 draws.
This victory is particularly significant for Lille, as it solidifies their status as formidable challengers in this season’s Champions League, while Real Madrid will be left reflecting on a night where they simply couldn’t break down their opponents.
