Real Madrid managed to secure a hard-fought 2-1 victory against Deportivo Alavés in the match held at Mendizorrotza Stadium as part of the sixteenth round of the Spanish league.

Real Madrid increased their tally to 39 points in second place, reducing the gap with league leaders Barcelona to four points, while Alavés continued to struggle, remaining at 18 points in twelfth place.

Real Madrid opened the scoring in the 24th minute through Kylian Mbappé, who received a precise through pass from Jude Bellingham, then advanced into the box and placed a brilliant shot into the net.

In the 69th minute, Deportivo Alavés managed to equalize through Carlos Vicente, who took advantage of a long ball that reached him. He skillfully controlled it before unleashing a powerful shot that found the back of the net. The goal was then confirmed through video technology.

Real Madrid managed to score a second goal through Rodrygo Goes in the 76th minute, after a pass reached Vinicius, who advanced with the ball, entered the penalty area, and sent a cross that Rodrygo skillfully converted into the net.