đšâœReal Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has shared deeply unfortunate news about VinĂcius JĂșnior after he was taken off during the La Liga match against Las Palmas.
Alberto Moliero gave the home team an unexpected lead just five minutes into the match, capitalizing on a smooth pass from Oli McBurnie and finishing with a sweeping strike. This early goal set the stage for a tense and fiercely contested game.
The visitors had their best chance to equalize midway through the first half when Fede Valverdeâs powerful free-kick was brilliantly saved by Jasper Cillessen, who played a crucial role in maintaining the home sideâs lead.
Cillessen was called into action again shortly before halftime, blocking a driven effort from Antonio RĂŒdiger as Real Madrid ramped up their pressure in search of an equalizer.
In the second half, both VinĂcius Jr. and Rodrygo tested Cillessen early on, but they couldnât find a way past the Amarillosâ goalkeeper, who remained resolute in goal.
Real Madridâs aggressive push for a goal left them exposed at the back, and they were nearly punished on a counterattack. Sandro RamĂrez rounded Thibaut Courtois but lost his composure, sending his shot over the crossbar when he appeared certain to double the hostsâ lead.
Despite this close call, Real Madrid continued their offensive, and their efforts were rewarded when Ălex SuĂĄrez handled the ball in the penalty area after a touch by substitute Arda GĂŒler, leading the referee to award a penalty. VinĂcius Jr. stepped up and calmly converted, leveling the score and shifting the momentum in Madridâs favor.
As the match approached its conclusion, Las Palmas thought they had secured a dramatic late winner when Jaime Mataâs powerful shot flew past Courtois into the net, sparking wild celebrations. However, their joy was short-lived as the goal was immediately disallowed for offside, leaving both teams frustrated with the tie.
In the end, the reigning champions avoided defeat but couldnât secure the much-needed victory. The draw moved them to fourth place, just ahead of city rivals AtlĂ©tico de Madrid. However, Real Madrid still trails league leaders Barcelona by four points, having won only one of their first three matches, reflecting a mixed start to the season under Carlo Ancelotti with much work remaining to defend their title against tough competition.In a dramatic encounter, Alberto Moliero gave the home team Las Palmas an early lead just five minutes into the match, striking a sweeping shot after a smooth pass from Oli McBurnie. This surprising start set the tone for a highly competitive game against Real Madrid.
Real Madrid’s best opportunity to equalize in the first half came from a powerful free-kick by Fede Valverde, which was superbly saved by Las Palmas’ goalkeeper Jasper Cillessen. The Dutch keeper continued to shine, making another crucial save to deny Antonio RĂŒdiger just before halftime as Real Madrid increased the pressure.
In the second half, VinĂcius Jr. and Rodrygo both tested Cillessen early on, but the goalkeeper held firm. Madrid’s relentless pursuit of a goal, however, left them vulnerable at the back. Las Palmas nearly took advantage when Sandro RamĂrez rounded Thibaut Courtois but, under pressure, sent his shot over the crossbar instead of securing a second goal.
Real Madrid’s pressure finally paid off in the 74th minute when a penalty was awarded after Ălex SuĂĄrez handled the ball following a touch from substitute Arda GĂŒler. VinĂcius Jr. confidently converted the spot-kick, leveling the match and giving Madrid a lifeline.
Las Palmas thought they had snatched a late winner when Jaime Mata’s powerful shot beat Courtois, but the goal was immediately disallowed for offside, leaving the game to end in a frustrating draw for both sides.
The result moved Real Madrid up to fourth in the standings, narrowly ahead of Atlético de Madrid. However, they remain four points behind leaders Barcelona, highlighting a challenging start to the season under Carlo Ancelotti, with only one win from their first three matches and plenty of work ahead to retain their title.
