Brahim Diaz was incredible for Real Madrid in their 1-1 draw against Atletico Madrid.
The Santiago Bernabeu crowd rose to their feet in applause for Brahim when Carlo Ancelotti decided to hook him off for Joselu in the 71st minute.
Speaking after the game, Brahim said: “I am very grateful to all the fans today. They have pushed and been behind us, always very grateful for the love.
The forward agreed he was impressive with his performance in place of the injured Vinicius.
"My game was good, I'm happy for scoring the goal but a little upset about the draw," Brahim added.
However, Brahim left the pitch with a bitter taste in his mouth as he watched from the bench as Atleti grabbed a late equalizer.
“The result left a bitter taste in the mouth at the end because they tied us in the last minute," Brahim told reporters.
"We did an impeccable job, we played very well and I think we dominated the entire game.
"The draw makes the great work we have done today less visible. But this team is incredible and this will give us even more strength.
“We deserved to win. This is football and this tie gives us even more strength because we know what we are capable of.
"We have to continue like this because we are at a very good level,” he said.
If Vinicius is unfit to start the game against Girona next weekend Brahim will likely be there to continue his fine run of form.
