Real Madrid triumphed 3-0 over Girona with goals from Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe, and Arda Guler. Despite early pressure from Girona, Madrid dominated the second half. Injury concerns for Bellingham and Mendy marred the win, but the victory eased recent struggles ahead of their upcoming Champions League clash.
Real Madrid secured a dominant 3-0 victory over Girona on Saturday, thanks to the contributions of Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe, and Arda Guler. The game saw a shaky start for Madrid, with Girona creating a few early chances, but the visitors gained control in the second half. Bellingham opened the scoring with a powerful shot from the edge of the box and later assisted Guler for the second. Mbappe sealed the win with a clinical finish from a tight angle.
Despite the comfortable win, Real Madrid's injury concerns grew. Bellingham was substituted in the 60th minute with a thigh issue, while Ferland Mendy also required medical attention. These concerns cast a shadow over the result, especially ahead of their crucial Champions League match against Atalanta on Tuesday.
In terms of player performance, Bellingham was again the standout, earning an 8/10 for his goal and assist. Mbappe also played a key role in the win, scoring the third goal. Defensively, Antonio Rudiger impressed with a solid performance, while Thibaut Courtois earned a 7/10 for keeping a clean sheet. Despite some shaky moments early on, Luka Modric’s contribution in the second half was crucial, assisting the third goal. Coach Carlo Ancelotti will be relieved by the win but will need to monitor his injured players carefully ahead of their next fixtures.
