Real Madrid took a big step forward in La Liga with a 2-0 victory over Girona. The match saw an impressive performance from the Madrid side.
Despite a strong start, the first half became frustrating at the Santiago Bernabéu. Vinícius Júnior missed several golden opportunities, unable to turn them into goals.
It was Real Madrid's captain, though, that found the breakthrough and opened the score.
Highlight of the day
Luka Modrić scored a stunning long-range goal, the farthest of his entire La Liga career.
Modrić put Real Madrid up 1–0 with a remarkable goal arrowed into the top corner in the 41st minute. His strike left Girona's goalkeeper with no chance. The goal set the tone for the rest of the match.
The beginning of the second match was pretty slow-paced. It seemed like the game would end with a single goal as there was no improvement for the majority of the second half. However, Los Blancos' relentless pressure on the visitors eventually worked out.
The attacking duo of Kylian Mbappé and Viní Jr. combined to finally give Real Madrid their second and final goal in the 83rd minute. 24-year-old Viní Jr., who was recently crowned FIFA Best Men's Player earlier this year, sealed the victory with a second goal.
Girona fought hard, but they couldn't break through Real Madrid's defense.
Outcome
Real Madrid's 2-0 win lifted them to 54 points after 25 games, drawing them level with Barcelona, who also secured a 2-0 victory over Las Palmas on Saturday.
Atletico Madrid is third with 53 points after winning Valencia 3-0 on Saturday. The race for the La Liga title is intensifying as the season moves forward.
