Modric became Real Madrid's oldest-ever player

Coach Ancelotti praised Luka Modric, who played a key role in Madrid's win on Saturday. The Italian said the Croatian "changed the game it's lucky for the club to have him".

Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior's goals earned Real Madrid an entertaining 2-1 win at Celta Vigo. Javier Manquillo made a brave block to deny Mbappe before Ancelotti sent on veteran midfielder Modric to try and regain control of the match.

The 39-year-old Croatian, who became Real Madrid's oldest-ever player ahead of 1950s and 1960s Hungarian great Ferenc Puskas, made an instant impact.

Less than three minutes after coming on, Modric produced a superb low pass to play in Vinicius, who slid Madrid in front past Vicente Guaita. "It's a pleasure to coach Modric, to work with him, everything he's been able to achieve and is achieving, he deserves - he's a top professional and a great guy," said Ancelotti.