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Real Madrid’s Güler Shatters Record with 68.6m Goal

3/15/2026

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Summary

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Real Madrid defeated Elche 4-1, with Arda Güler scoring from 68.6 meters, the longest La Liga goal in 15 seasons.
Álvaro Arbeloa praised Güler's strike as a 'work of art'.
Arbeloa rested key players ahead of the Champions League match against Manchester City.
Güler has four goals and 12 assists this season despite Jude Bellingham's absence.
Álvaro Arbeloa will assess Kylian Mbappé's fitness before the upcoming match.

History

Historical Context

Real Madrid's dominance in La Liga has been marked by remarkable scoring feats, such as Ruud van Nistelrooy's 60-meter goal in 2008, contributing to their 85-point title win that season. This legacy continues with Arda Güler's recent 68.6-meter goal, highlighting Real Madrid's historical prowess in Spanish football and its influence on future generations of players.

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Story summary

Real Madrid defeated Elche 4-1, with Arda Güler scoring from 68.6 meters, the longest La Liga goal in 15 seasons.
Álvaro Arbeloa praised Güler's strike as a 'work of art'.
Arbeloa rested key players ahead of the Champions League match against Manchester City.
Güler has four goals and 12 assists this season despite Jude Bellingham's absence.
Álvaro Arbeloa will assess Kylian Mbappé's fitness before the upcoming match.

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