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Defeating Villarreal, Real Madrid takes top spot in La Liga

TB (summary) March 16, 2025 08:59

Kylian Mbappe scored 2 goals, helping Real Madrid come from behind to defeat host Villarreal 2-1, thereby temporarily taking the top spot in La Liga.

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Mbappe scored both goals for Real Madrid

During the away match at Villarreal in round 28 of La Liga 2024/2025 in the early morning of March 16, coach Carlo Ancelotti decided to leave Modric and Vinicius on the bench a few days after eliminating Atletico from the Champions League after a nerve-wracking penalty shootout.

After continuously besieging the opponent's goal, defender Juan Foyth seized the opportunity to score from close range to open the score for Villarreal in the 8th minute.

However, Real Madrid quickly proved their mettle as defending champions. In the 17th minute, Kylian Mbappe scored decisively, equalizing 1-1 for Real Madrid.

Just 6 minutes later, the French star completed his own double, helping the Spanish Royal team lead the "Yellow Submarine" 2-1.

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Real Madrid temporarily surpasses Barca to top La Liga table

In the remaining time, coach Carlo Ancelotti's team played cautiously, with the excellence of goalkeeper Courtois helping Los Blancos preserve the score.

This victory helped Real Madrid gain 60 points to surpass Barcelona to take the top spot in La Liga, but their arch-rivals have played 2 games less. If they maintain this form, the 2024/25 championship is completely within the reach of the "White Vultures".

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Defeating Villarreal, Real Madrid takes top spot in La Liga