Real Madrid faced a tough challenge against city rivals Rayo Vallecano in a physical encounter that ended in a 1-1 draw. The result saw Real extend their lead at the top of La Liga to six points over Girona.
The match began with an early lead for Real Madrid, courtesy of Joselu’s goal in the third minute. However, Rayo Vallecano fought back, earning a penalty that Raul de Tomas converted to level the score.
Despite both teams’ efforts, neither could find a breakthrough in the second half. Real Madrid’s Toni Kroos came closest with a stunning free-kick, brilliantly saved by Rayo’s goalkeeper Stole Dimitrievski.
Rayo Vallecano’s disciplined defensive display, led by standout performer Florian Lejeune, prevented Real Madrid from dominating as they usually do. The physicality of Rayo’s play disrupted Real’s rhythm, ensuring a hard-fought point for the underdogs.
The match ended on a fiery note with Real Madrid’s Dani Carvajal receiving a straight red card in added time.
While Real Madrid maintains their lead in the title race, Rayo Vallecano can take pride in their resilient performance under new coach Inigo Perez. The draw signals a potential turnaround in fortunes for Rayo as they aim to climb the league table.
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