Rodrygo double helps Real Madrid move top with 3-0 win at Cadiz

26.11.2023 - 21:03 channelnewsasia.com

CADIZ, Spain :Real Madrid's Rodrygo struck twice and Jude Bellingham was also on target as the visitors enjoyed a 3-0 win at lowly Cadiz in LaLiga on Sunday to move provisionally top of the standings.Carlo Ancelotti's side are now on 35 points, one clear of second-placed Girona who host Athletic Bilbao on Monday.Atletico Madrid are third, having also played a game less than Real, level on 31 points with Barcelona, who slipped to fourth after a 1-1 draw at Rayo Vallecano on Saturday."It's an important moment in the season," Ancelotti told a news conference. "We have some very important games until Christmas.

Today's game gives me a lot of confidence for the next matches. "So far this season we have done very well, the team has always been competitive, we have won a lot of games.The injuries on international duty of France midfielder Eduardo Camavinga and Brazil forward Vinicius Jr did not seem to affect Real, who went ahead after 14 minutes when Rodrygo cut into the area and fired a superb shot into the top right corner."Sometimes the difficulties can be an extra motivation and the players have understood that very well," Ancelotti said. "All the injuries we have are of very important players, but we have managed well and the team has been very good on the pitch".Brazilian winger Rodrygo got his second goal in the 64th minute with another fine shot after finding space in the box before Bellingham sealed the win 10 minutes later with his 11th league goal of the season."Rodrygo made the difference in today's game, he had a good game with a good attitude, we are happy," Real's Italian manager added."Bellingham is fine.

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BERLIN : Real Madrid are determined to finish on a high when they visit Union Berlin in their final Champions League Group C clash on Tuesday, coach Carlo Ancelotti said, despite having already secured top spot with one round of games remaining.

Real Madrid held as Ruibal rocket earns draw for Betis

Real Madrid’s English midfielder #5 Jude Bellingham runs with the ball during the Spanish league football match between Real Betis and Real Madrid CF at the Benito Villamarin stadium in Seville on December 9, 2023. (Photo by CRISTINA QUICLER / AFP)

Girona make a genuine title contender statement with 4-2 win at Barcelona to go top in Spain

MADRID: Girona made their strong case to be considered a genuine contender for the Spanish league title by beating Catalan rivals Barcelona 4-2 on Sunday and overtaking Real Madrid at the top of the standings.

Jude Bellingham scores again as Real Madrid held to draw at Betis

BARCELONA, Spain: Jude Bellingham kept up his great scoring form since joining Real Madrid but his strike was not enough to save the injury-hit Spanish leaders from dropping points in a 1-1 draw at Real Betis on Saturday. The England midfielder used his chest to cushion a nifty pass from Brahim Díaz before slotting under Betis goalkeeper Rui Silva to open the scoring in the 53rd minute. Bellingham’s transformation into a clinical finisher with a league-leading 12 goals has kept Madrid at the top of the standings. He has 16 goals in 18 games between the domestic competition and the Champions League, compared to 14 goals in 42 games in all of last season for Borussia Dortmund. Betis right back Aitor Ruibal equalized in the 66th from outside the right corner of the box with a powerful looping strike that sailed past goalkeeper Andriy Lunin. The draw left Madrid atop the table, but Girona were just one point behind before they visit third-placed Barcelona on Sunday in a clash of Catalan clubs. “Ruibal scored a fantastic goal and they drew level with us.

Jude Bellingham Becomes First Real Madrid Player To Win 'Golden Boy Award'

Star English midfielder Jude Bellingham has created a milestone by becoming the first Real Madrid player to win the 'Golden Boy Award' in Turin on Tuesday. The 'Golden Boy Award' is given to the best footballer under 21 years of age playing at a European club. The 20-year-old made his place from a list of 25 finalists, including his Los Blancos teammate Arda Guler. Following his win, Bellingham said that he has big goals in his life, and to win as many trophies as possible. He added that there is a lot of pressure on both the Real Madrid and England National Team, but still, he is happy to represent both the big names. The star midfielder further dedicated the trophy to his country and the Spanish club.

Rodrygo strikes again as Madrid catch Girona with Granada win

Real Madrid’s Brazilian forward #11 Rodrygo celebrates after scoring his team’s second goal during the Spanish league football match between Real Madrid CF and Granada FC at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid on December 1, 2023. (Photo by OSCAR DEL POZO / AFP)