Kylian Mbappe scored a brace as Real Madrid claimed a narrow 3-2 victory against Leganes, MySportDab reports.
Madrid secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over Leganés at the Santiago Bernabéu during LaLiga’s 29th matchday, keeping pace with league leaders Barcelona.
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The match began with Real Madrid asserting dominance as they looked eager to make an early impact which did not happen quickly.
In the 32nd minute, Kylian Mbappé converted a controversial penalty after Arda Güler was fouled in the box, a decision that sparked debate.
Despite this, Leganés responded swiftly. Diego GarcÃa capitalized on a counterattack to equalize, and Dani Raba’s strike just before halftime gave the visitors a surprising 2-1 lead.
After the break, Real Madrid intensified their efforts. Jude Bellingham leveled the score by seizing upon a loose ball in the area, marking his 27th La Liga goal in just 51 appearances.
The decisive moment arrived in the 76th minute when Mbappé showcased his brilliance with a direct free-kick, securing all three points for Los Blancos.
This hard-fought win keeps Real Madrid level on points with Barcelona, both teams amassing 63 points from 29 matches, though Barcelona holds a game in hand.
While for Leganés, they remain in the relegation zone, positioned 18th with 27 points, highlighting their ongoing struggle for survival.
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