Real Madrid Ends 2024 with Dominant 4-2 Win Over Sevilla: Mbappé and Valverde Deliver Spectacular Goals
Real Madrid Triumphs Over Sevilla to Close 2024 in Style
Real Madrid wrapped up 2024 on a high note with a resounding 4-2 victory over Sevilla at the Santiago Bernabéu. The thrilling match showcased stellar performances from Kylian Mbappé, Federico Valverde, and the rest of Los Blancos’ squad. The win propels Real Madrid to second place in La Liga, just one point behind Atlético Madrid.
Match Report
Kylian Mbappé set the tone early, scoring a stunning opener from outside the penalty area, marking his fourth consecutive game with a goal after finding the net against Girona, Atalanta, and Pachuca.
Just 10 minutes later, Federico Valverde doubled the lead with a spectacular long-range strike following a corner, leaving Sevilla goalkeeper Álvaro Fernández with no chance.
Real Madrid continued their dominance as Rodrygo Goes finished an exquisite team move in the 34th minute, making it 3-0. Sevilla responded immediately, with Isaac Romero heading in a precise cross from Juanlu Sánchez to reduce the deficit.
In the second half, Brahim Díaz restored Real Madrid’s three-goal advantage, finishing another superb team effort for his first goal since August. Sevilla’s Dodi Lukébakio struck late to make it 4-2, but it wasn’t enough to derail Real Madrid’s commanding performance.
Key Match Events
0′: Real Madrid honors Jesús Navas in his farewell match.
10′: Goal! Mbappé opens the scoring with a clinical finish.
20′: Goal! Valverde smashes in an unstoppable rocket.
34′: Goal! Rodrygo completes a brilliant team move.
35′: Goal! Romero heads one back for Sevilla.
53′: Goal! Brahim Díaz slots in Real Madrid’s fourth.
85′: Goal! Lukébakio nets Sevilla’s second late in the game.
Real Madrid’s Dominance
The victory marks Real Madrid’s fourth win in their last five matches across all competitions. This momentum sees Los Blancos poised for a strong start to 2025 as they eye the top spot in La Liga.
Line-Ups
Real Madrid Starting XI: Courtois, Rudiger, Vázquez, Ceballos, Mbappé, Valverde, Brahim, Tchouaméni, Rodrygo, Camavinga, Bellingham.
Substitutes: Modric, Mendy, Vallejo, Lunin, Fran García, Arda Güler, Raúl Asencio, Endrick, Sergio Mestre.
Sevilla Starting XI: Gudelj, Lukébakio, Fernández, Lokonga, Agoume, Badé, Juanlu Sánchez, Romero, Carmona, Salas, Idumbo.
Substitutes: Navas, Nyland, Suso, Iheanacho, Montiel, Ortiz, Peque Fernández, Manu Bueno.