In a thrilling La Liga showdown, Real Madrid clinched a 2-0 victory over Real Sociedad, thanks to penalty kicks from superstars Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior. 🏆
The Basque hosts came out swinging, rattling the woodwork multiple times. Luka Sucic was particularly unlucky, hitting the post twice, including a rocket that had fans on the edge of their seats! 🚀 But despite Sociedad's relentless attack, the scoreline remained untouched, with Madrid's defense—and a bit of luck—keeping them in the game. 😲
After a scoreless first half, the breakthrough came in the 58th minute. Former Manchester City player Sergio Gomez committed an unnecessary handball in the box, gifting Vinicius the chance to put Madrid ahead. He didn't disappoint, coolly slotting the penalty past goalkeeper Alex Remiro. 🎯
The excitement didn't stop there! In the 75th minute, Mbappe sealed the deal after a VAR review confirmed that Sociedad defender Jon Aramburu had stomped on Vinicius' foot. Mbappe stepped up and sent Remiro the wrong way, doubling Madrid's lead. 💥
Despite Sociedad's valiant efforts, including attempts from Sheraldo Becker and an impressive performance by Umar Sadiq, luck just wasn't on their side. \"We got lucky with the posts,\" admitted Madrid's goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois. 🧤
Madrid's coach Carlo Ancelotti acknowledged his team's fortune: \"We probably didn't deserve to win. But we knew how to dig in during the worst moments.\" The victory brings Madrid within one point of leaders Barcelona, setting up an exciting season ahead! 🔥
Unfortunately for Sociedad, this marks their third home defeat of the season. Coach Imanol Agualcil reflected, \"We played a great game against the best team in the league… We are angry at ourselves because we are better than they were today.\" 💔
Real Madrid now turn their attention to the UEFA Champions League, where they'll face Stuttgart on Tuesday. Can't wait to see what magic Mbappe and Vinicius bring next! ✨
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Mbappe, Vinicius drill penalties in Real Madrid's 2-0 win at Sociedad
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