Real Madrid secured a last-minute 2-1 victory over Mallorca, postponing Barcelona’s La Liga title celebrations. Goals from Kylian Mbappé and Jacobo Ramón kept Madrid’s slim title hopes alive.
In a thrilling La Liga encounter, Real Madrid staged a dramatic comeback to defeat Mallorca 2-1, delaying Barcelona‘s potential title celebration. The match, held at Santiago Bernabéu, saw Mallorca take an early lead through Martin Valjent’s 11th-minute goal. Despite a depleted squad due to injuries, Madrid fought back, with Kylian Mbappé equalizing in the 68th minute. The decisive moment came in stoppage time when 20-year-old Jacobo Ramón, a Castilla defender, scored the winning goal, marking a memorable debut.
Match Highlights
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Early Setback: Martin Valjent’s goal gave Mallorca a surprising lead, putting pressure on Madrid.
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Mbappé’s Equalizer: Kylian Mbappé showcased his skill with a solo effort to level the score.
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Ramón’s Heroics: In the dying moments, Jacobo Ramón capitalized on a defensive lapse to secure victory.
Barcelona, leading La Liga by four points with a game in hand, needed a Madrid loss to clinch the title. However, Madrid’s victory means Barcelona must now win their upcoming match against Espanyol to secure the championship. The title race remains open, adding excitement to the remaining fixtures.
