Mbappe scored for Real Madrid in their opening match - Photo: REUTERS
On the morning of August 20th (Vietnam time), Real Madrid defeated Osasuna with a minimal score of 1-0 in the late match of the first round of La Liga.
Real Madrid have had a tough start to the season.
Despite facing a relatively average Osasuna side in the opening round of La Liga, Real Madrid still had to endure a tough 90 minutes.
Báo Tuổi Trẻ•20/08/2025This also marks the first match of the new head coach, Xabi Alonso, in the new season. Although the Spanish strategist has led the team since the FIFA Club World Cup, that tournament is counted towards the 2024-2025 season.
Coach Alonso fielded the strongest possible lineup, with the attacking trio of Mbappe, Vinicius, and Brahim Diaz. In defense, all three new signings, Arnold, Huijsen, and Carreras, started.
In terms of gameplay, Real Madrid remained quite ineffective in this match. They lacked attacking ideas and relied almost entirely on moments of brilliance from Mbappe. The French striker created a few notable opportunities in the first half.
At the start of the second half, Mbappe officially scored for Real Madrid when he dribbled into the penalty area, forcing Juan Cruz to commit a foul, and earning a penalty for the team.
It was also Mbappe who successfully converted the penalty, giving Real Madrid the lead in the 51st minute.
Following this goal, Real Madrid continued to dominate with a possession rate of up to 71%. However, they didn't create many notable opportunities. At the same time, they still had to face lurking counter-attacks from Osasuna.
New signing Arnold also disappointed in this match, being substituted for Carvajal in the 68th minute. Towards the end of the game, Real Madrid focused on maintaining possession to secure a 1-0 victory.
With three points secured, the Spanish royal team has essentially achieved its goal, even though their performance hasn't quite met fans' expectations.
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Source: https://tuoitre.vn/real-madrid-khoi-dau-mua-giai-day-vat-va-20250820065131109.htm
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