In a nail-biting La Liga clash, defending champions Real Madrid pulled off a thrilling 1-0 win over the relegation-threatened Deportivo Alaves. The highlight? A dramatic twist when Kylian Mbappe's reckless tackle earned him a red card, leaving the team a man down early in the game. 😮
Eduardo Camavinga stepped up in the 34th minute with a brilliant curled shot from outside the box, turning what could have been a setback into a moment of inspiration. Although an earlier goal by Raul Asencio was ruled out after a VAR check, Real Madrid kept the energy high and never let the pressure dampen their spirit.
The drama didn’t stop there. In the second half, Alaves nearly reclaimed control with a low strike that tested Thibaut Courtois, but a red card for an Alaves defender later evened the odds to 10 versus 10. With every pass and tackle, the match was a rollercoaster of emotions, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.
Now just four points adrift of league leaders Barcelona, Real Madrid’s resilient performance—managed in the absence of suspended coach Carlo Ancelotti, with his son Davide at the helm—shows the true spirit of the team. This game serves as a reminder that with grit, passion, and teamwork, challenges can be overcome even under the toughest circumstances. ⚽🔥
Reference(s):
Ten-man Real Madrid overcome lowly Alaves 1-0 after Mbappe sees red
cgtn.com
