Real Madrid Beat Deportivo Alaves 2 1 to Stay in La Liga Title Race
Kathmandu: Real Madrid kept their title hopes alive with an important 2 1 victory over Alaves in the La Liga match played at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid yesterday.
The match was closely contested but Real Madrid showed their experience and quality to secure all three points in front of their home supporters.
Real Madrid started the match strongly and controlled possession from the beginning. The home side created several early chances and pushed Alaves deep into their own half. The pressure finally paid off in the 30th minute when Kylian Mbappe scored the opening goal. Mbappe received a smart pass inside the penalty area and finished calmly to give Real Madrid a 1 0 lead.
After taking the lead Real Madrid continued to dominate the game. Their midfield controlled the tempo and created more attacking opportunities. Alaves struggled to create chances and focused mainly on defending during the first half. Real Madrid went into halftime with a deserved 1 0 advantage.
In the second half Real Madrid doubled their lead in the 50th minute. Vinicius Junior scored the second goal after a quick attacking move. Vinicius showed excellent speed and skill before finishing confidently to make it 2 0. The goal gave Real Madrid greater control of the match and the home fans celebrated loudly.
Alaves however did not give up easily. The visiting team improved in the final minutes and pushed forward in search of a goal. Their effort was rewarded in stoppage time when Tomas Martinez scored in the 90 plus 3 minute. The late goal reduced the score to 2 1 but it was too late for Alaves to complete a comeback.
The final whistle confirmed an important win for Real Madrid. The victory helped Real Madrid remain in second position in the La Liga table. After 32 matches Real Madrid now have 73 points and a strong goal difference. Meanwhile Alaves remain in 17th position with 33 points and continue their battle to avoid relegation.
Real Madrid coach praised his team after the match and said the players showed focus and determination. He highlighted the performances of Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior who played key roles in securing the victory. He also said every match is important as the season enters the final stage.
The Alaves coach expressed disappointment with the result but appreciated his team effort especially in the final minutes. He said the team must improve defensively and work harder in upcoming matches.
Football fans in Kathmandu followed the match with great interest. Real Madrid remains one of the most popular clubs among Nepali football supporters. Many fans watched highlights early in the morning Nepal time and shared their reactions on social media. The performances of Mbappe and Vinicius Junior were widely praised by supporters.
With this win Real Madrid continue to put pressure on the league leaders. The La Liga title race remains open and every point will be crucial in the remaining matches. Real Madrid supporters will hope their team maintains winning form in the coming weeks.
Real Madrid next match is expected to be another challenging encounter as the season moves toward an exciting finish. Alaves meanwhile will look to bounce back quickly as they fight to stay clear of the relegation zone.
The victory at Santiago Bernabeu once again showed Real Madrid quality and experience. As the season continues fans around the world including those in Kathmandu will closely follow Real Madrid in their pursuit of the La Liga title.
