Real Madrid vs Vallecano La Liga: Dramatic 2-1 Victory

On: Sunday, March 9, 2025 3:37 PM
Real Madrid vs Vallecano La Liga
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Real Madrid vs Vallecano La Liga

La Liga
Real Madrid
FT
2 - 1
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Rayo Vallecano
30' - Kylian Mbappé
34' - Vinícius Júnior
45' - Pedro Díaz
Date March 9, 2025
Time 15:15
LeagueLa Liga
StatusFT
Real Madrid

Real Madrid

Lineups (4-4-2)

  • 13 A. Lunin
  • 17 Lucas Vázquez
  • 35 Raúl Asencio
  • 4 D. Alaba
  • 20 Fran García
  • 11 Rodrygo
  • 14 A. Tchouaméni
  • 10 L. Modrić
  • 5 J. Bellingham
  • 9 K. Mbappé
  • 7 Vinícius Júnior
  • coach: C. Ancelotti

Subs

  • 8 F. Valverde
  • 6 E. Camavinga
  • 21 Brahim Díaz
  • 34 Sergio Mestre
  • 15 A. Güler
  • 26 Fran González
  • 16 Endrick
  • 23 F. Mendy
Rayo Vallecano

Rayo Vallecano

Lineups (4-2-3-1)

  • 13 A. Batalla
  • 2 A. Rațiu
  • 24 F. Lejeune
  • 5 Aridane Hernández
  • 22 A. Espino
  • 6 P. Ciss
  • 15 Gerard Gumbau
  • 21 Adri Embarba
  • 4 Pedro Díaz
  • 3 Pep Chavarría
  • 18 Álvaro García
  • Coach: Iñigo Pérez

Subs

  • 23 Óscar Valentín
  • 20 I. Balliu
  • 8 Ó. Trejo
  • 12 Sergi Guardiola
  • 17 Unai López
  • 1 Dani Cárdenas
  • 28 E. Eto'o
  • 27 Pelayo Fernández
  • 26 Marco de las Sías
Real MadridStatsRayo Vallecano
5Shots on Goal6
3Shots off Goal8
10Total Shots20
2Blocked Shots6
9Shots insidebox12
1Shots outsidebox8
12Fouls17
4Corner Kicks6
3Offsides1
46%Ball Possession54%
3Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves3
465Total passes544
410Passes accurate490
88%Passes %90%
1.60expected_goals1.02
0goals_prevented0
30'
Kylian Mbappé
Goal
34'
Vinícius Júnior
Goal
45'
Pedro Díaz
VAR
45'
Pedro Díaz
Goal
63'
Gerard Gumbau
Yellow Card
68'
Rodrygo
Subs
70'
Adri Embarba
Subs
70'
Pedro Díaz
Subs
70'
Gerard Gumbau
Subs
79'
Vinícius Júnior
Yellow Card
79'
Kylian Mbappé
Subs
85'
Aurélien Tchouaméni
Yellow Card
85'
P. Espino
Subs
85'
P. Ciss
Subs
86'
J. Bellingham
Subs
90'
Luka Modrić
Yellow Card

LaLiga

#TeamPWDLPts
1 Barcelona38284688
2 Real Madrid38266684
3 Atletico Madrid382210676
4 Athletic Club381913670
5 Villarreal382010870
6 Real Betis3816121060
7 Celta Vigo381671555
8 Osasuna3812161052
9 Rayo Vallecano3813131252
10 Mallorca381391648
11 Valencia3811131446
12 Real Sociedad381371846
13 Getafe381191842
14 Alaves3810121642
15 Espanyol381191842
16 Sevilla3810111741
17 Girona381181941
18 Leganes389131640
19 Las Palmas38882232
20 Valladolid38443016

Real Madrid secured a vital 2-1 victory over Rayo Vallecano at the Santiago Bernabéu, with Kylian Mbappé and Vinícius Júnior finding the net. The win propelled Los Blancos to the top of La Liga, level on points with Barcelona, intensifying the title race.

First-Half Dominance by Real Madrid

The match started with high energy, as both teams sought to control possession and create scoring opportunities. Real Madrid’s attacking prowess came to life in the 30th minute when Kylian Mbappé capitalized on a pinpoint pass from Vinícius Júnior. The French forward showcased his dribbling skills, breezing past Florian Lejeune before striking a powerful shot into the back of the net. This marked Mbappé’s 29th goal of the season in all competitions.

Just minutes later, Vinícius doubled the advantage with a moment of individual brilliance. After weaving through multiple defenders, the Brazilian winger fired a low-driven shot past Rayo’s goalkeeper, Augusto Batalla. The quick-fire goals demonstrated the lethal partnership between Mbappé and Vinícius, putting Real Madrid in control.

Rayo Vallecano’s Fightback

Despite going two goals down, Rayo Vallecano refused to back down. Their perseverance paid off in first-half stoppage time when Pedro Díaz unleashed a thunderous strike from the edge of the box. The ball struck the crossbar and crossed the goal line, prompting a VAR review that confirmed the goal. The momentum shift gave Rayo Vallecano a glimmer of hope heading into halftime.

Second-Half Defensive Resilience

The second half saw Rayo Vallecano pushing for an equalizer, pressing high and testing Real Madrid’s defense. However, Carlo Ancelotti’s side remained composed, with Aurélien Tchouaméni playing a crucial role in shielding the backline.

Real Madrid had several chances to extend their lead, with both Mbappé and Vinícius coming close to adding a third goal. However, Rayo’s defensive efforts and Batalla’s saves kept the scoreline tight. In the final minutes, Real Madrid prioritized game management, maintaining possession and slowing down Rayo’s attacking rhythm.

Impact on the LaLiga Title Race

This hard-fought victory has significant implications for the LaLiga title race. With Atlético Madrid suffering a defeat to Getafe, Real Madrid now shares the top spot with Barcelona. However, Barça holds a game in hand, making every upcoming fixture crucial for the title contenders.

What’s Next for Real Madrid?

With LaLiga heating up, Real Madrid shifts focus to an important UEFA Champions League clash against Atlético Madrid. The team’s form, particularly the chemistry between Mbappé and Vinícius, will be key as they aim for European glory. Manager Carlo Ancelotti continues to balance squad rotation, ensuring his key players remain fresh for the challenges ahead.

Real Madrid vs Vallecano La Liga FAQs

How did Real Madrid’s win affect the LaLiga standings?
Real Madrid’s victory moved them level on points with Barcelona, intensifying the title race.

Who were the standout players in the match?
Kylian Mbappé and Vinícius Júnior were the key performers, each scoring in the first half.

Did Rayo Vallecano have chances to equalize?
Yes, Rayo Vallecano pushed hard in the second half, but Real Madrid’s defense held firm.

What are Real Madrid’s upcoming fixtures?
Their next major challenge is a UEFA Champions League showdown against Atlético Madrid.

How many goals has Mbappé scored this season?
Mbappé has now scored 29 goals across all competitions.

Is Real Madrid the favorite to win LaLiga?
With the title race so close, it remains unpredictable, but Real Madrid is in strong contention.

Highlights Real Madrid vs Vallecano La Liga

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