The clash between LaLiga leaders Real Madrid and bottom side Valladolid highlighted the stark contrast between the two sides, with the visitors winning 3-0 at the José Zorrilla Stadium. Federico Valverde, who started as a starter and also wore the captain’s armband, showed his leadership on the pitch.
Under the leadership of Carlo Ancelotti, Real Madrid took to the pitch with determination, moving quickly towards their goal of reclaiming all three points. The win allowed them to extend their lead at the top of the table to four points ahead of Atlético Madrid, who drew 1-1 with Villarreal earlier in the day.
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Valladolid first worried Real with a dangerous opportunity from a corner, where David Torres’ header was superbly saved by Belgian goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, keeping the score at 0-0.
However, it did not take long for the Whites to take control of the match, dominating possession and dictating the pace of the game. The opener came in the 30th minute, initiated by Valverde, who played a one- two quick ones with Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham before the French striker scored to give Real the lead.
-The second half began with Real Madrid quickly sealing their victory. Valverde again played a crucial role, winning the ball before delivering an assist to Bellingham, whose assist found Mbappé on the run. The striker scored with a clinical finish in the 57th minute, making it 2-0.
Initially deployed in midfield alongside Dani Ceballos, Valverde demonstrated his tactical versatility when Ancelotti made two substitutions, introducing David Alaba and Luka Modric. This tactical change allowed Valverde to move to right-back, showing his adaptability and willingness to support the team in multiple roles.
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As the match neared its end, Mbappé sealed the fate of the match with a penalty in the 90th minute, scoring his first hat-trick for Real Madrid and securing a resounding victory for Ancelotti’s side.
