Match Report
The much-anticipated clash between Rayo Vallecano and Real Madrid delivered a six-goal spectacle, with both teams showcasing remarkable resilience and skill. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the match.
Key Match Events
Kickoff: The game started with high energy as both teams looked to assert dominance.
4′ GOAL! Unai López gave Vallecano an early lead, slotting a precise shot into the bottom corner. Vallecano 1-0 Real Madrid.
13′ Rodrygo came close to equalizing after linking up with Lucas Vázquez, but his effort was brilliantly saved by the Vallecano goalkeeper.
34′ Arda Güler narrowly missed the target with a powerful shot from inside the box.
36′ GOAL! Abdul Mumin extended Vallecano’s lead with a stunning finish. Vallecano 2-0 Real Madrid.
39′ GOAL! Federico Valverde pulled one back for Real Madrid with a sensational strike from outside the box. Vallecano 2-1 Real Madrid.
45′ GOAL! Jude Bellingham leveled the score just before halftime, heading the ball into the bottom corner. Vallecano 2-2 Real Madrid.
Second Half Drama
56′ GOAL! Rodrygo’s thunderous strike into the top corner gave Real Madrid the lead. Vallecano 2-3 Real Madrid.
64′ GOAL! Isi Palazón brought Vallecano back on level terms with a clinical finish. Vallecano 3-3 Real Madrid.
74′ Vinícius Jr. was booked with a yellow card for a late challenge.
79′ Real Madrid made substitutions, introducing Endrick and Dani Ceballos for fresh legs.
84′ Augusto Batalla, Vallecano’s goalkeeper, denied Vinícius Jr.’s powerful attempt, tipping the ball over the bar to keep the scores tied.
Line-ups
Rayo Vallecano XI: Lejeune, Unai López, Augusto Batalla, Adrián Embarba, Isi Palazón, Abdul Mumin, Jorge de Frutos, Pathé Ciss, Andrei Rațiu, Randy Nteka, Pep Chavarría
Substitutes: Trejo, Hernández, Guardiola, Balliu, García, Gumbau, Espino, Valentín, Díaz, Cárdenas, Montiel, Camello
Real Madrid XI: Modric, Courtois, Rüdiger, Vázquez, Valverde, Brahim, Fran García, Tchouaméni, Rodrygo, Bellingham, Güler
Substitutes: Vallejo, Ceballos, Lunin, Vinícius, Camavinga, Aguado, Muñoz, Asencio, Endrick, Enríquez, Mestre
Conclusion
The match ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw, with both teams demonstrating their attacking prowess and determination. This game will undoubtedly be remembered as one of the highlights of the season.