The Digest:
Real Madrid secured a hard-fought 2-1 win at Alavés, with Kylian Mbappé and Rodrygo both reaching 70 career goals for the club in a match that also saw the highly anticipated front four start together for the first time.
Key Points:
- Mbappé opened the scoring, marking his 70th Madrid goal in just 81 appearances.
- Rodrygo netted the winner via a Vinícius assist, also reaching 70 goals for the club.
- Alavés equalized through Carlos Vicente but could not withstand Madrid’s firepower.
- The match marked the first start together for Mbappé, Vinícius, Rodrygo, and Jude Bellingham under coach Xabi Alonso.
- Each of the front four contributed either a goal or an assist in the encounter.
- Late penalty appeals for Vinícius were dismissed, echoing recent refereeing frustrations.
- The win narrowed the gap on league leaders Barcelona, easing scrutiny on Alonso.
Sources: Goal, Sky Sports
