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Mbappé Strikes Early To Give Madrid The Advantage
Real Madrid earned a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Real Sociedad in La Liga, surviving more than an hour with ten men. Kylian Mbappé opened the scoring inside the first quarter-hour, capitalizing on a defensive error to put Madrid ahead. The French forward nearly doubled his tally soon after, striking the post, before setting up Arda Güler for what was initially thought to be Madrid’s second goal, only for it to be ruled offside.
Red Card Forces Tactical Shuffle
The match took a dramatic turn in the 32nd minute when Dean Huijsen was sent off for a foul on Mikel Oyarzabal during a Sociedad counter-attack. With Éder Militão covering nearby, the decision was contentious, but Madrid were forced to adapt, shifting Aurélien Tchouameni into the back line to shore up the defense.
Güler Doubles The Lead Before Half-Time
Despite the numerical disadvantage, Real Madrid struck again just before the interval. Mbappé’s driving run down the left allowed him to pick out Güler, who made no mistake in finishing past Álex Remiro to give Madrid a crucial 2-0 cushion heading into the break.
Sociedad Pull One Back But Madrid Hold Firm
Real Sociedad mounted heavy pressure in the second half, and their persistence paid off when Dani Carvajal was penalized for handball, allowing Oyarzabal to convert from the spot in the 55th minute. The hosts pressed relentlessly for an equalizer, but Madrid’s defensive discipline and organization—despite being a man down—secured the victory.
A Statement Win For Los Blancos
The result highlights Real Madrid’s depth and resilience as they continue their push at the top of the table. Mbappé’s attacking brilliance again proved decisive, while manager Xabi Alonso will take encouragement from his side’s ability to grind out three points under pressure.
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