Kylian Mbappe led Real Madrid to a 2-1 victory over Villarreal at La Cerámica, propelling Madrid back to the top of La Liga temporarily. Despite falling behind early due to Juan Foyth’s close-range finish, Madrid rebounded quickly. Mbappe equalised and later secured the win by curling in a Lucas Vazquez cutback before halftime.
In the second half, Villarreal sought an equaliser, with Thierno Barry missing a significant chance from an Alex Baena cross. Real Madrid’s resilience, bolstered by strategic substitutions such as Vinicius Junior and Luka Modric, ensured their lead. Carlo Ancelotti’s team now awaits the outcome of Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona to confirm their standing.
- Key Takeaways:
- Mbappe scores twice, securing Real Madrid’s win.
- Villarreal struggles despite early lead and consistent pressure.
- Real Madrid regains top spot in La Liga pending Atletico vs Barcelona results.
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