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Real Madrid edge Alaves 2-1 to return to winning ways

The Los Blancos opened the scoring in the 30th minute with a deflected strike from Kylian Mbappé, netting his 24th goal of the season.

• April 22, 2026
Real Madrid players
Real Madrid players[Credit: Real Madrid]

Real Madrid beat Deportivo Alaves 2-1 to return to winning ways after a tough Champions League exit and poor domestic results, and to improve their points difference with Barcelona.

The Los Blancos opened the scoring in the 30th minute with a deflected strike from Kylian Mbappé, netting his 24th goal of the season.

In the second half, the hosts doubled their lead with a powerful strike from Vinícius Júnior.

The crucial victory for Madrid helps ease their recent poor form following a disappointing Champions League exit and also boosts the team’s confidence and intensity going forward.

Arbeloa’s side travels to face Betis to continue the fight for the league battle against Barcelona as they sit second with 73 points as Flick’s side leads the back with 79 points

The Albiazules sit at the bottom of the league standings with 33 points in the battle to escape the relegation zone as they face Mallorca on Saturday at home.

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