Real Madrid showcased their dominance as they cruised to a resounding 5-0 victory over Alaves on Tuesday, with Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Junior stealing the spotlight.
Under the guidance of Carlo Ancelotti, the Spanish champions continued their formidable form ahead of the Champions League final with a commanding performance at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Bellingham opened the scoring and played a pivotal role in Madrid’s next three goals, two of which were expertly converted by Vinicius, who showcased his exceptional talent at a crucial stage of the season.
Turkish sensation Arda Guler sealed the win with a late goal, further solidifying Madrid’s lead atop the La Liga standings, now 17 points ahead of second-placed Barcelona.
Ancelotti praised his team’s defensive solidity, highlighting their remarkable 30-game unbeaten streak in the league. Despite celebrating their title triumph with an open-top bus parade, Ancelotti emphasized the importance of maintaining focus ahead of the upcoming Champions League final.
Belgian goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, returning from injury, delivered a stellar performance, making several crucial saves and underlining his readiness for the final at Wembley.
Madrid’s dominance was evident throughout the match, with Bellingham and Vinicius orchestrating the attack and Fede Valverde adding a third goal just before halftime.
Vinicius continued his impressive display in the second half, netting his second goal of the night after another assist from Bellingham. Despite missing a chance to score, Rodrygo, and eventually Guler, ensured Madrid’s victory with a fifth goal.
Alaves coach Luis Garcia Plaza lamented his team’s struggles against Madrid’s dominance, while Ancelotti reassured fans regarding the apparent injuries to Eder Militao and Dani Carvajal, confirming they were not serious.
Meanwhile, elsewhere in La Liga, high-flying Girona suffered a 1-0 defeat against Villarreal, allowing Barcelona an opportunity to extend their lead if they win their upcoming fixture against Almeria. Mallorca managed to secure a vital point in their battle for survival with a 1-1 draw against Osasuna, edging further away from the relegation zone.
