World footballer of the Year, Cristiano Ronaldo, scored twice as Real Madrid claimed the UEFA Super Cup with a 2-0 victory over La Liga rivals, Sevilla, at the Cardiff City Stadium.
The European Champion were hot favourites to claim the first silverware of the European season and were always too strong for the Europa League winners.
Ronaldo, who started alongside new recruits James Rodriguez and Toni Kroos, tapped in a cross from Cardiff-born Gareth Bale to give Real the lead.
It was 2-0 to Real early in the second period when Karim Benzema played in Ronaldo on the left of the box and he drilled a powerful shot beyond Beto, which the goalkeeper got both hands to but could not keep out.
Real boss, Carlo Ancelotti, paraded his wealth of playing talent, with major summer signings; Rodriguez and Kroos, joining Bale and Ronaldo in a team captained by goalkeeper, Iker Casillas.
James and Kroos both had their moments, with the electric speed of the Colombia international’s passing a regular highlight, while Bale’s former Spurs colleague, Luka Modric worked tirelessly in midfield.
Although the Spanish domestic season does not start for almost another fortnight, Real already look in good form, suggesting they would not only challenge for another European crown but also seriously threaten Atletico Madrid’s reign as La Liga champions.
