Kylian Mbappe and Real Madrid secured a 3-0 victory over Real Valladolid in their La Liga clash on Sunday. Despite the win, Mbappe, playing his first home match at the Santiago Bernabeu in a Los Blancos shirt, couldn’t find the back of the net, facing a solid defensive effort from Valladolid.
Real Madrid started the game with little flair, missing key player Jude Bellingham due to injury. The first half saw few chances, with Madrid struggling to break through Valladolid’s defense. Fede Valverde eventually opened the scoring in the 50th minute, smashing in a low free-kick that deflected past the goalkeeper.
Substitutes Brahim Diaz and Endrick added two more goals late in the match, ensuring Madrid’s first win of the season. However, Kylian Mbappe failed to capitalize on several opportunities, including a golden chance set up by Vinicius Junior. Estonian goalkeeper Karl Hein denied Mbappe, who was later substituted for 18-year-old Brazilian debutant Endrick.
Real Madrid’s coach, Carlo Ancelotti, admitted that the team was slow in the first half but praised their improved performance in the second. He remains confident that Mbappe will soon find his scoring form.
In a post-match interview, Ancelotti highlighted Endrick’s potential, praising his debut goal. The Brazilian forward, signed from Palmeiras, showcased his talent with a composed finish, marking a promising start to his Real Madrid career.
Key Takeaways:
- Real Madrid secured a 3-0 victory in La Liga against Real Valladolid.
- Kylian Mbappe played his first home game for Real Madrid but failed to score.
- Fede Valverde, Brahim Diaz, and Endrick were the goal scorers for Madrid.
- Carlo Ancelotti praised the team’s second-half performance and expressed confidence in Mbappe’s future goals.
Madrid’s win keeps them two points behind rivals Barcelona, who also secured a victory this weekend. As the season progresses, Madrid will be keen to improve their attacking fluency and help Mbappe find his scoring touch.
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