Real Madrid Completes Comeback to Defeat Leganés 3-2
Real Madrid secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over Leganés in a match held on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, as part of the 29th round of La Liga.
Match Details:
First Half: Kylian Mbappé opened the scoring for Real Madrid in the 32nd minute with a Panenka-style penalty. However, Leganés responded quickly, with Diego García equalizing in the 33rd minute, followed by Dani Raba scoring the visitors' second goal in the 41st minute.
Second Half: Jude Bellingham leveled the score in the 47th minute. Mbappé then secured the victory with a stunning free-kick goal in the 76th minute, ensuring three crucial points for Real Madrid.
Player Performances:
Kylian Mbappé: Shone with two goals, one from a penalty and the other a magnificent free kick.
Jude Bellingham: Delivered an excellent performance and scored the crucial equalizer.
Toni Kroos: Played a key role in midfield organization and playmaking.
La Liga Standings After the Match:
With this victory, Real Madrid reached 63 points, tying with Barcelona at the top of the La Liga standings, intensifying the title race.
Coaches’ Reactions:
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti commented after the match:
"It was a tough game, but we showed strong character and managed to secure the win. I’m pleased with the team’s performance, especially Mbappé and Bellingham."
On the other hand, the Leganés coach expressed his disappointment, saying:
"We played well and were close to a surprise result, but defensive mistakes cost us the game."
Real Madrid’s Next Match:
Real Madrid will face Valencia next Saturday in another crucial fixture in the title race.
