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Vitinha delivered one of the most complete midfield performances of the season last night, scoring a brilliant hat-trick that showcased his intelligence, technique, and growing dominance in Europe. From dictating PSG’s tempo to finishing like a seasoned attacker, the Portuguese maestro proved why many now consider him the best midfielder in world football.

Kylian Mbappé delivered one of the greatest individual Champions League performances of the modern era, scoring an astonishing four goals to lead Real Madrid to a dramatic 4–3 comeback win over Olympiacos in Piraeus. In a night packed with chaos, counterattacks and relentless pressure from the hosts, Mbappé’s brilliance proved unstoppable — turning an early deficit into a statement victory that will echo throughout Europe.

Explore the 2025 power ranking of world football’s top 25 defenders. Full profiles, strengths, tactical roles, and why each star makes the elite list.