Real Madrid extends their unbeaten streak with a commanding 2-0 victory against Real Sociedad. Discover the highlights and key moments of the match.
Introduction:
Real Madrid won the important match at Real Sociedad in San Sebastian, and they kept their unbeaten record at LaLiga and official competitions on tack this season. The game went to the score of two goals scored by Vini Jr. and Kylian Mbappé after winning penalty kicks; Whites extend their grip on the league standings.
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A Goalless First Half with so much Action
It was an action-packed first half with lots of stingy moments, but it remained goalless before the break despite various dangerous developments all over the pitch. Real Madrid went close to pulling off the surprise when Mbappé cut inside Aguerd and let fly with a very powerful left-footed effort. Real Sociedad goalkeeper Alex Remiro made a super save on the counter-attack from the French forward.
Sociedad responded well, and in the 25th minute, Sučić’s curling shot from the boundary rattled the crossbar, giving hope to the home fans of getting ahead early. The two teams were playing end-to-end; both would go all out for the opener. Luka Modrić served a free kick that was dangerous from Madrid, but Rüdiger’s headed effort was wisely saved by Remiro as the teams remained at each other’s necks.
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Real Sociedad battled tooth and nail throughout the entire first half, and they really got even closer in the 36th minute. Sadiq with great talent, broke through Madrid’s defense and sent a shot towards goal that struck the bar yet again. The home side were unlucky not to lead at this point.
A minute later, Mbappé nearly broke the deadlock with a spectacular dribble past Aramburu, performing a skillful flip-flap before shooting from a tight angle. His effort missed by inches, and both teams went into the break with everything to play for in the second half.
Vini Jr. Breaks the Deadlock
In the second half, Real Madrid dominated. Penalty was the match’s first goal in the 58th minute. A shot from the side of the field from Arda Güler went to block the arm of Sociedad defender Sergio Gómez, inside the box. The referee instantly pointed to the penalty spot, and Vini Jr took it calmly and put it into the net to give Madrid a 1-0 lead over Sociedad.
Real Sociedad were unable to regain their lead after the goal, which made them frustrated once they appeared to continue missing chances for wins. Sadiq and Sučić came together almost immediately following the goal but Sučić’ shot off post continued Sociedad’s bad luck.
Mbappé Seals the Win
The home side extended their lead in minute 74 when another penalty was awarded. Vini Jr. had been fouled by Aramburu in the area, and a VAR review ensued. The referee consulted the monitor and ordered a penalty this time. Mbappé stepped up and confidently placed it into the back of the net, sending Remiro the wrong way to score the second 2-0.
Mbappé sealed the victory for Real Madrid with his fourth goal of the season, and the team continued its unbelievable run of not having lost for 37 games in La Liga.
Tactical Mastery by Ancelotti
Ancelotti’s tactic was on point as his own side absorbed the pressure by Sociedad in the first half and capitalized on the second half. Once Arda Güler started on the playing field his shot assisted attaining the first penalty and the rest became well as far as Vini Jr and Mbappé is concerned.
Real Madrid Continues Winning Streak
This win adds Real Madrid’s name to the first unbeaten season in official competitions. Under the training of Ancelotti, they continue to prove themselves consistent and deep.
It shows in this win since the Whites have now grabbed six from seven matches as part of their quest to take the La Liga title.
Conclusion
Real Madrid ends the season with a hard-won win and tees their strength in grab of a crucial moment. Vini Jr. and Mbappé enjoying themselves with scoring two goals as well for the two goals Real Madrid could win out of 2-0 against Real Sociedad. With the unbeaten run, fans are eager to see Ancelotti’s side go how far this will take them.