Real Madrid Edges Past Getafe 1-0, Camavinga & Bellingham Shine
Getafe, Spain – Real Madrid secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Getafe on Saturday, extending their lead at the top of La Liga. A late goal from Kylian Mbappé,assisted by a substitute appearance from Vinícius Júnior,proved decisive against a resilient Getafe side. The match saw strong performances from several Madrid players, notably in midfield, while Getafe’s physical approach resulted in multiple cautions and dismissals.
This win solidifies Real Madrid’s position in the title race, demonstrating their ability to grind out results even when facing a compact and aggressive opponent. The performances of key midfielders like Aurélien Tchouaméni and Jude Bellingham will be particularly encouraging for manager Carlo Ancelotti as the season progresses.
Player Ratings:
* Aurélien Tchouaméni: Provided structure and stability in midfield. His positioning and defensive anticipation were excellent, finishing with five clearances. The Camavinga-Tchouaméni axis look secure defensively.
* Jude Bellingham: Showed glimpses of creativity and composure but struggled to break through Getafe’s low block.
* Toni Kroos: Dictated tempo under heavy pressure and relentless fouling. His press resistance and awareness were superb, and he created a game-high three key passes.
* Vinícius Júnior: Should’ve had an assist after a brilliant disguised pass to Mbappé in the first half. Worked hard off the ball and helped win possession high up the pitch.
* Kylian Mbappé: Quiet for most of the game, but decisive when it mattered – again. Took his goal clinically to seal the win. His off-ball movement remains lethal even in low-chance matches.
* Vinícius Júnior (Substitute): Instant impact off the bench. Added creativity and incision between the lines, setting up Mbappé’s winner. Continues to make a strong case that he can’t be dropped from the XI.
* Antonio Rüdiger (Substitute): Assured defensively after coming on. Helped maintain the high line and read the game well.
* Joselu (substitute): Brought immediate chaos. Drew two yellow cards and two reds from Getafe players in a wild cameo. Changed the emotional temperature of the match.
* Gonzalo García / Brahim Díaz: N/A – Not enough time to make an impact.
