La Liga: Mbappé’s Brace Powers Real Madrid to Comeback Victory Over Leganés
Kylian Mbappé’s stunning performance propelled Real Madrid to a thrilling 3-2 comeback victory against Leganés on Saturday, leveling them on points with LaLiga leaders Barcelona. The match, held at the iconic Santiago Bernabéu, showcased the resilience of Carlo Ancelotti’s side as they put pressure on their rivals ahead of their matchup against Girona on Sunday.
The game started with a wave of excitement as Mbappé converted a penalty with a perfectly executed Panenka, putting Madrid ahead. However, the lead was short-lived as Diego Garcia equalized for Leganés almost immediately. The visitors took the lead before halftime when Dani Raba capitalized on a defensive lapse, sending Madrid into the break trailing 2-1.
Determined to turn the tide, Madrid came out strong in the second half. Jude Bellingham leveled the score early on, netting his eighth league goal after a blocked shot from Brahim Diaz rebounded off the crossbar and fell perfectly for him to finish.
With the momentum shifting, Madrid continued to press for the lead. Ancelotti’s decision to introduce Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo Goes late in the game proved pivotal. Mbappé ultimately sealed the win with a stunning free-kick in the 76th minute, marking his 22nd league goal of the season. With this performance, he trails only Barcelona’s Robert Lewandowski in the race for the top scorer in LaLiga.
Despite a late push from Leganés, including a close chance from former Barcelona forward Munir El Haddadi, Madrid held on for the victory. This win solidifies their position at the top of the league as they chase yet another title.
