Vinicius Junior scored the crucial second-half goal, leading Real Madrid to a 2-1 victory over Celta Vigo and allowing them to match LaLiga leaders Barcelona on points this Saturday.
Kylian Mbappe opened the scoring for Madrid with an impressive long-range strike in the 20th minute. However, Celta Vigo’s Williot Swedberg equalized shortly after halftime with a first-touch effort during a swift counter-attack.
Carlo Ancelotti’s team regained the lead when substitute Luka Modric, who made history as Madrid’s oldest player, assisted Vinicius, who skillfully rounded goalkeeper Vicente Guaita to net the winner.
The match could have taken a different turn if substitute Tasos Douvikas had not missed a golden opportunity to equalize late in the game.
Ultimately, Real Madrid held on for the win, securing their position in second place in the LaLiga standings with 24 points, tied with Barcelona, who have a game in hand against Sevilla on Sunday.
