Real Madrid began their Champions League title defense with a 3-1 victory over Stuttgart, featuring standout performances from Kylian Mbappe and young Brazilian talent Endrick. Mbappe opened the scoring, but Stuttgart equalized before Antonio Rudiger restored Madrid's lead. Endrick, who came off the bench, sealed the win with a stunning long-range goal in stoppage time, despite having the option to pass to Mbappe or Vinicius Jr. Initially frustrated, Mbappe later celebrated Endrick's goal, acknowledging the young player's decision. Endrick explained that he felt shooting was the best option at that moment, and coach Carlo Ancelotti praised his courage. The match also marked the debut of the new UCL format, with Real Madrid showing both vulnerability and resilience.