Real Madrid CF continued their strong run in LaLiga with a dominant 4-0 victory over Valencia CF at the Santiago Bernabéu. From the very beginning, Madrid looked in complete control, creating chances constantly and overwhelming Valencia with their intensity and attacking movement.
The game started with an early concern for Madrid fans as Arda Güler went down injured in the second minute, forcing Eduardo Camavinga to begin warming up almost immediately. Despite the setback, Güler still managed to leave his mark on the game early on.
Madrid’s first big chance came from a great pass by Güler that sent Kylian Mbappé through one-on-one with the goalkeeper, but the Frenchman failed to convert the opportunity. Shortly after, Federico Valverde fired a strong shot from distance following a corner as Madrid continued dominating the first 10 minutes.
Valencia struggled to get out of their own half while Madrid kept pushing forward. A great save from Valencia’s goalkeeper denied Vinícius Júnior before the visitors tried to launch a counterattack, but Dean Huijsen defended the situation very well to stop the danger.
The breakthrough finally arrived in the 19th minute after a possible handball inside the box led to a VAR check and eventually a penalty for Madrid. Mbappé stepped up confidently and sent the goalkeeper the wrong way to make it 1-0.
Madrid kept full control of the match and doubled the lead not long after. Following a beautiful combination between Jude Bellingham and Güler, the Turkish youngster provided another assist for Mbappé, who calmly finished for his second goal of the night.
There was also a more physical side to the game, with Aurélien Tchouaméni receiving a yellow card after a tactical foul in midfield to stop a Valencia transition.
Just before halftime, Vinícius won another penalty for Madrid after one of his dangerous runs into the box. However, unlike Mbappé earlier in the game, the Brazilian saw his effort saved by Julen Agirrezabala in the 41st minute.
Madrid still managed to end the half in perfect fashion. In the 45th minute, Bellingham scored an absolute banger from outside the area, curling the ball brilliantly into the net to make it 3-0 before the break.
It was a very solid first-half performance from Real Madrid, who created multiple chances and looked superior in every aspect of the game. Valencia defended deep for most of the match but simply could not deal with Madrid’s attacking quality and constant pressure.
The second half slowed down slightly compared to the intensity of the first, but Madrid still remained comfortable and in control. Valencia had a rare opportunity through André Almeida, but Thibaut Courtois reacted well to keep his clean sheet intact.
The final goal arrived in the 82nd minute when Álvaro Carreras smashed home Madrid’s fourth goal after a blocked effort from Rodrygo, sealing another dominant night at the Bernabéu.
With Mbappé continuing his incredible form, Bellingham once again shining in midfield, and Madrid looking sharper week after week, Xabi Alonso’s side are sending a strong message both in Spain and Europe.