Real Madrid secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Alaves in a La Liga encounter, a win overshadowed by a significant turning point: the first-half red card issued to star striker Kylian Mbappé.
RMA vs Alaves: Real Madrid edged out Alaves 1-0 in a thrilling La Liga match on Tuesday night. However, more attention was drawn to the red card received by French superstar Kylian Mbappé—his first in six years. This result not only intensified the league standings but also raised questions about Real Madrid's strategy in upcoming matches.
Red Card Drama: VAR's Crucial Role
In the closing moments of the first half, Mbappé initially received a yellow card from the referee for a tackle on Alaves midfielder Antonio Blanco. However, after a VAR review, the decision was overturned, resulting in a straight red card. Mbappé appeared visibly upset following the decision and remained silent as he left the field. This marked Mbappé's first red card in a competitive match since 2019.
Camavinga's Heroics, Goal Secures Crucial Win
Real Madrid had already taken the lead before Mbappé's dismissal. In the 34th minute, young midfielder Eduardo Camavinga scored a superb goal, putting the team 1-0 ahead. This goal proved to be the match-winner. The victory adds further intrigue to the La Liga title race. After 31 matches, Barcelona leads with 70 points, while Real Madrid trails with 66, creating a four-point gap between the two giants.
Due to the red card, Mbappé will miss the crucial match against Athletic Bilbao next Sunday. This absence will be a significant blow for Real Madrid, especially as every match in the title race becomes increasingly decisive.
