Three weeks, two competitions, several setbacks: for Real Madrid, the signs are becoming more and more clear that the season is getting out of control. Against Girona as well, Álvaro Arbeloa’s team failed to go beyond a 1:1 draw on matchday 31 of the league.
La Liga
Derby Shock: Satriano Strike Ends 18-Year Bernabéu Curse for Getafe
Real Madrid and Getafe CF faced off on Matchday 26 of LaLiga in the small Madrid derby at the Bernabéu. While Los Blancos urgently needed points in the title race, Getafe, sitting in the lower mid-table, were battling to keep their distance from the relegation zone. In the end, the visitors surprisingly prevailed 1:0 in a heated match marked by many interruptions.
Five Goals, Three Penalties: Real Madrid Overcome Sociedad
On Matchday 24 of LaLiga, Real Madrid hosted Real Sociedad at the Santiago Bernabéu and ultimately secured a clear 4:1 victory. After an intense and open first half, the hosts took control of the match and proved clinical from the penalty spot. Two goals from Vinícius Júnior after the break effectively sealed the win and capped off a dominant attacking display.
Pitchside at the Bernabéu: Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano
On Matchday 22 of LaLiga, I had the opportunity to cover the match between Real Madrid and Rayo Vallecano as a pitchside photographer. It was a day that will likely stay with me forever.
Whistles Accompany Real Madrid’s 2:0 Home Win Over Levante
Real Madrid celebrated an important 2:0 home win against promoted Levante on matchday 20 of LaLiga. After a tough first half accompanied by whistles, Kylian Mbappé redeemed the Royals after the break with a penalty, before Raúl Asencio made it 2:0 after a corner from Arda Güler. The victory kept Real Madrid in the race for Champions League places, while Levante remain under pressure in the relegation battle.
Real Madrid Fall Short in Turbulent Encounter with Celta Vigo
After a month of away games, Real Madrid finally returns to its home stadium to face Celta Vigo. Based on the results of previous encounters, the match should have been a foregone conclusion, as Los Blancos have won the last eleven meetings and Celta Vigo last celebrated a victory against Real in 2017. Nevertheless, Real Madrid were unable to secure the three points in this turbulent clash.
Top of the Table: Real Madrid dominate Valencia with 4:0 Win
Just a few days after their impressive win in the El Clásico, Real Madrid hosted Valencia at the Santiago Bernabéu and secured a convincing 4:0 victory.