Real Madrid Edges Past Alavés in Thrilling LaLiga Encounter
In a high-octane match at the Santiago Bernabéu, Real Madrid secured a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Alavés in LaLiga on Tuesday. The win saw Madrid hold onto second place in the league standings with 17 points, just one behind leaders Barcelona, who have a game in hand and are set to face Getafe next.
The match kicked off with a bang for the hosts, who found the net just over a minute in. Vinicius Junior expertly received a long pass from Federico Valverde, sprinted down the left flank, and set up Lucas Vazquez for a close-range finish. This early goal set the tempo for a commanding first half as Madrid dominated the ball and dictated the pace of the game.
Kylian Mbappé showcased his attacking prowess throughout the match, although his first-half goal in the 22nd minute was disallowed for offside. However, the French star wasn’t to be denied for long. In the 40th minute, he executed an intricate one-two with Jude Bellingham, deftly cutting inside to extend Madrid’s lead with a precise shot that nestled into the bottom right corner, leaving the goalkeeper with no chance.
Madrid continued to show their strength after the halftime break. Just three minutes in, Rodrygo completed a swift counter-attack, driving a low shot through the goalkeeper’s legs to push Madrid’s advantage to three goals.
With Madrid seemingly in control, the match took an unexpected turn late in the game. Alavés, refusing to bow out quietly, mounted a late resurgence. Carlos Benavidez and Kike Garcia each capitalized on lapses in concentration from the Madrid defense, scoring in quick succession at the 88th and 89th minutes respectively. Their goals cut the deficit to one and sent a ripple of tension through the Bernabéu, but time ultimately ran out for Alavés.
Despite the late scare, Madrid’s performance showcased their attacking depth, highlighted by the synergy between Vinicius, Mbappé, and Bellingham, who consistently posed threats to the opposition’s defense. Captain Lucas Vazquez reflected on the match’s tense conclusion, acknowledging the need for sharper concentration after such a dominant display. “It’s a shame that, with the performance that we were putting in throughout the match, it had to finish the way that it did. We were happy with the win because we played a great game until the 88th minute, when two lapses in concentration led to two goals,” he stated on Real Madrid TV.
Real Madrid’s victory keeps them firmly in the title race as they look to chase down Barcelona in the coming weeks. With more matches on the horizon, including upcoming clashes against rivals and lower-table teams, the pressure is on Carlo Ancelotti’s men to maintain their form and solidify their position in LaLiga. As they strive for consistency, fans will be eager to see if Madrid can continue their winning streak and regain their dominance in Spanish football.
