Can Real Madrid Maintain Their Momentum After Thrilling Win Against Mallorca?
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Synopsis
Real Madrid's comeback victory over Mallorca places them at the top of La Liga, while Atletico Madrid stumbles again. This article dives into the latest matches, key player performances, and the implications for the teams involved.
Key Takeaways
- Real Madrid showcased resilience with a strong comeback.
- Atletico Madrid continues to struggle early in the season.
- Sevilla secured their first win, putting pressure on Girona.
- Valencia ended Getafe's perfect start with a significant victory.
- Newly promoted Oviedo earned crucial points against Real Sociedad.
Madrid, Aug 31 (NationPress) Real Madrid ascended to the summit of La Liga on Saturday evening, securing a 2-1 victory at home against Mallorca.
Despite facing an early challenge when Vedat Muriqi netted for Mallorca in the 18th minute, a goal that seemed against the flow of the game, Real Madrid swiftly reversed the situation with two quickfire goals.
Arda Guler found the net from Dean Huijsen's assist in the 37th minute, followed by Vinicius Jr. scoring with a low left-foot shot just a minute later, according to reports from Xinhua.
Although Kylian Mbappe had two goals disallowed for offside, and Guler also had a strike ruled out for handball, Real Madrid maintained control with their slender lead.
In contrast, Atletico Madrid continued to face challenges early in the season under Diego Simeone, managing only a 1-1 draw away to Alaves.
Giuliano Simeone gave Atletico the lead in the seventh minute, but Carlos Vicente equalized with a penalty just seven minutes later. The match was briefly interrupted for 15 minutes in the second half due to a medical emergency in the stands. This draw positions Atletico seven points behind Real Madrid after only three matches.
Leander Dendoncker scored the sole goal as Oviedo clinched a 1-0 victory at home against Real Sociedad, marking their first points since returning to the top tier. Despite facing pressure from the visitors, who held the majority of possession, Oviedo held on for the win.
Sevilla increased the pressure on Girona with a 2-0 triumph at Montilivi Stadium. Alfonso Gonzalez opened the scoring with his first goal since transferring from Celta Vigo, and Isaac Romero added a second in the second half.
This victory marks Sevilla's first win of the season, while Girona faces challenges with three consecutive losses.
On Friday, Valencia achieved its first win of the season, halting Getafe's perfect start with a decisive 3-0 victory, featuring goals from Mouctar Diakhaby, Arnaut Danjuma, and Hugo Duro.
Elche triumphed in a match between newly promoted teams, defeating Levante 2-0 at home with goals from Rafa Mir and Rodri Mendoza.
FC Barcelona is scheduled to visit Rayo Vallecano on Sunday evening.
Point of View
I observe how the La Liga landscape is shifting, with Real Madrid establishing dominance while Atletico struggles. The league's competitive nature promises excitement as the season progresses, and fans should remain engaged with these developments.
NationPress
31/08/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of the Real Madrid vs Mallorca match?
Real Madrid won the match 2-1 against Mallorca.
Who scored for Real Madrid in the match?
Arda Guler and Vinicius Jr. scored for Real Madrid.
What is the current standing of Atletico Madrid?
Atletico Madrid is currently seven points behind Real Madrid after three matches.
Who won the match between Sevilla and Girona?
Sevilla won the match against Girona with a score of 2-0.
What was the highlight of Valencia's recent match?
Valencia secured their first win of the season with a 3-0 victory over Getafe.
