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Mbappe's Late Goal Seals Real Madrid's 1-0 Victory

10/21/2025

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Mbappé's Late Winner

Real Madrid defeated Getafe 1-0 on October 19, 2025, as Kylian Mbappe scored the 80th-minute winner, his 10th league goal and 11-game scoring streak.
Getafe had Allan Nyom sent off after his substitution, and Alex Sancris received a second yellow.
Thibaut Courtois saved in stoppage time as Madrid maintained a nine-man lead and stayed atop La Liga with 24 points ahead of their upcoming El Clásico.

Summary

Alonso Praises Vinicius

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso praised Vinicius Jr. for provoking two red cards in Real Madrid's 1-0 win over Getafe on 19 October 2025.
He dismissed claims Real Madrid rely on Kylian Mbappé, noting other players contribute.
Injuries to Thibaut Courtois and David Alaba leave Madrid facing Juventus and Barcelona, but Alonso remains optimistic.
Real Madrid leads La Liga with 24 points, two ahead of Barcelona, preparing for El Clásico.

History

Historical Context

La Liga was established in 1929, creating a structured league for Spanish football with ten founding teams. FC Barcelona won the inaugural title, while Real Madrid emerged as a dominant force, winning their first championships in the early 1930s. Today, La Liga remains influential, with clubs like Real Madrid shaping football culture and rivalries in Spain, having won 36 league titles overall.

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Mbappé's Late Winner

Real Madrid defeated Getafe 1-0 on October 19, 2025, as Kylian Mbappe scored the 80th-minute winner, his 10th league goal and 11-game scoring streak.
Getafe had Allan Nyom sent off after his substitution, and Alex Sancris received a second yellow.
Thibaut Courtois saved in stoppage time as Madrid maintained a nine-man lead and stayed atop La Liga with 24 points ahead of their upcoming El Clásico.

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