⚽️ Kylian Mbappé can't stop scoring! The French sensation netted his sixth goal in just five games as Real Madrid snagged a nail-biting 3-2 victory against Alaves on Tuesday. This win puts Los Blancos hot on the heels of leaders Barcelona in the La Liga title race.
Mbappé dazzled the Santiago Bernabéu crowd with a stunning goal in the 40th minute. Starting with a slick heel flick to Jude Bellingham, he raced into the box, danced past a defender, and coolly slotted the ball home. Pure magic! ✨
But it wasn't all smooth sailing. Mbappé asked to be subbed off in the 80th minute due to a muscle tweak. Coach Carlo Ancelotti reassured fans, saying it's nothing serious. Phew! 😅
Lucas Vázquez kicked off the scoring frenzy less than a minute into the match, thanks to a brilliant run by Vinícius Júnior down the left wing. Rodrygo added to the tally early in the second half with a solo run that left Alaves defenders in the dust.
Just when it seemed like Madrid would cruise to victory, Alaves fought back with two quick goals in the 85th and 86th minutes by Carlos Benavídez and Kike García. Talk about a rollercoaster! 🎢
\"We played a great match for 80 minutes, but we suffered more than we should have in the end,\" Vázquez admitted.
Ancelotti, celebrating his 300th game in charge, stuck with his star-studded lineup despite a packed schedule. Young Brazilian talent Endrick came off the bench and almost made an instant impact, hitting the post shortly after entering the game.
The match wasn't without controversy. Madrid players picked up yellow cards for protesting, feeling they were on the receiving end of some rough tackles. \"There's a different standard now, and we have to adapt,\" Ancelotti said. \"We have to stop protesting.\"
Next up for Real Madrid? A high-stakes derby against Atlético Madrid at the Metropolitano Stadium. Mark your calendars! 📅🔥
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Mbappe extends scoring streak as Real Madrid top Alaves 3-2 in La Liga
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