Real Madrid secured a commanding 2-0 victory over Getafe on Sunday, tightening the gap in the La Liga title race and reinforcing their pursuit of top spot. The game showcased moments of brilliance from Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappé, despite opportunities for a more emphatic scoreline.
The match began with Getafe attempting to disrupt Madrid’s rhythm, deploying a defensive approach to stifle the home team’s attacking flow. However, Madrid’s persistence paid off in the first half when Antonio Rudiger was brought down in the penalty area. Rising to the occasion, Bellingham confidently converted the penalty, putting Madrid ahead with his composed strike into the corner.
Shortly after, Mbappé took center stage with a stunning individual effort. Collecting a pass on the left flank, the French star weaved past defenders before curling a precise shot into the far post, marking his eighth league goal of the season. The goal highlighted his attacking prowess, even as questions about his recent form linger.
In the second half, Real Madrid controlled possession but missed several chances to widen the lead. Mbappé turned provider with a clever lofted ball to Brahim Diaz, whose attempt narrowly missed the target. Fede Valverde and the French forward himself had further opportunities, but Getafe goalkeeper David Soria and some misfired shots kept the scoreline unchanged.
Getafe’s best chance came late in the game when a thunderous shot rattled the crossbar, leaving the visitors frustrated. Meanwhile, Madrid looked comfortable defending their lead, even as Mbappé missed a golden opportunity in stoppage time to score his second goal.
The victory pushes Real Madrid to within one point of Barcelona, with a game in hand, and sets up a pivotal clash against Athletic Bilbao in midweek. Carlo Ancelotti’s side continues to build momentum as the season intensifies, with key players like Bellingham and Mbappé showing glimpses of their potential to drive the team forward.
