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February 11, 2024
Jude Bellingham delivered a standout performance with a brace as Real Madrid defeated title challengers Girona 4-0 at the Bernabéu. Alongside goals from Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo, Bellingham’s contributions solidified Madrid’s position in the title race, extending their lead to five points over Girona, who remain on 56 points, while Los Blancos climb to 61 after 24 matches.
From the outset, it was clear that Madrid was in control. Just two points separated the teams before kickoff, but the gap in class was evident as Vinicius spearheaded the attack. He assisted Bellingham’s opener, skillfully threading the ball through for the Englishman to slot past the Girona goalkeeper. By the 36th minute, Madrid had established a commanding 2-0 lead.
Girona’s hopes of a second-half comeback were quickly dashed when Bellingham netted his second goal, again benefiting from Vinicius’s creative vision that dismantled the visitors’ defense. Unfortunately, Bellingham’s impressive display ended abruptly when he rolled his ankle and had to be substituted shortly after his second goal.
Despite his exit, Madrid’s dominance continued unabated. Vinicius regained possession and set up Rodrygo, who capped the scoring with a fourth goal. The match could have ended even more emphatically, but Joselu’s late penalty struck the post, leaving the score at 4-0. This resounding victory sends a clear message in the title race, highlighting Real Madrid’s strength and resilience as they look to defend their crown.
Real Madrid demonstrated their supremacy in the La Liga title race with a stunning performance against Girona, extending their lead to five points at the top of the table. Girona FC arrived at the Bernabéu brimming with confidence and aspirations of challenging the title. Still, they were met by a Madrid side firing on all cylinders, particularly Jude Bellingham, who netted two goals.
With Real Madrid now five points clear and 11 points ahead of Barcelona—who have a match in hand—the title race is firmly in their control, bolstered by their commanding display against a spirited Girona side.
While Jude Bellingham will certainly grab the headlines, Vinicius Junior’s performance truly set the tone for Real Madrid’s victory. The Brazilian ignited the match with an impressive strike just six minutes in, stunning Girona and establishing Madrid’s dominance early on. He then delivered a pinpoint pass to Bellingham, allowing the Englishman to double the lead before playing a crucial role in the third goal.
Exploiting Girona’s Yan Couto’s weaknesses, Vinicius cleverly threaded the ball through to Rodrygo, who capped off the home side’s emphatic 4-0 win. This comprehensive victory reinforces Madrid’s title ambitions and highlights the team’s depth and attacking prowess.
Lunin 7, Vazquez 7, Carvajal 8, Tchouameni 8, Mendy 7, Valverde 7, Kroos 7, Camavinga 7, Bellingham 9, Rodrygo 8, Vinicius Junior 9
Subs: Arrizabalaga N/A, Pineiro N/A, Modric 7, Joselu 8, Ceballos 7, F. Garcia 7, Diaz 7, Guler 7, Ramon N/A
Gazzaniga 6, Couto 5, Garcia 6, Juanpe 7, Guiterrez 7, Portu 6, E. Garcia 6, Martin 6, Tsygankov 6, Dovbyk 6, Savio 6
Subs: Carlos 6, Fuidias N/A, Martinez N/A, Stuani 6, B. Garcia N/A, Fernandez 6, Torre 6, Solis 6, Yaakobishvili N/A, Artero N/A
Vinícius Júnior finds space outside the box and unleashes a curling shot that nestles into the top corner, giving Madrid an early lead.
Bellingham runs perfectly to evade the offside trap, collecting a through ball from Júnior, evading the goalie, and putting the ball through an open net.
In a repeat of the second goal, Júnior outpaces his defender down the flank and delivers a ball into the box. The goalkeeper parries it, and Bellingham is on hand to finish.
Júnior intercepts the ball from Couto, allowing Rodrygo to race toward goal and confidently slot past the goalkeeper for Madrid’s fourth.
Joselu stakes the penalty after Guler is fouled by Yan Couto but sees his shot bounce off the post, denying Madrid a fifth goal.
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