{"id":10106,"date":"2025-04-15T09:58:00","date_gmt":"2025-04-15T06:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/news\/?p=10106"},"modified":"2025-04-15T11:02:43","modified_gmt":"2025-04-15T08:02:43","slug":"real-madrid-edge-alaves-1-0-despite-mbappe-red-card","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/news\/football-news\/real-madrid-edge-alaves-1-0-despite-mbappe-red-card\/","title":{"rendered":"Real Madrid Edge Alav\u00e9s 1-0 Despite Mbapp\u00e9 Red Card"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Real Madrid’s LaLiga ambitions were kept alive after a tense 1-0 win over Deportivo Alav\u00e9s, despite going down to 10 men following a first-half red card to Kylian Mbapp\u00e9. The victory at the Estadio Mendizorrotza ended Los Blancos’ three-game winless streak and ensured they stayed within touching distance of leaders Barcelona. It was a match filled with drama, passion, and crucial moments that could impact the title race.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Early Pressure from Alav\u00e9s<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Deportivo Alav\u00e9s, sitting just above the relegation zone in 17th place, entered the clash with survival on their minds. They started brightly, taking advantage of Real Madrid\u2019s recent travel struggles. Despite their energy, the hosts lacked a clinical edge, with Kike Garc\u00eda wasting their best chance of the half by skying his shot when well-positioned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Camavinga\u2019s Moment of Magic<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Real Madrid weathered the early storm and began asserting control midway through the first half. Rodrygo\u2019s impressive run forced a sharp save from Jes\u00fas Owono, setting the tone for what would come. The breakthrough arrived in the 34th minute. Eduardo Camavinga, linking up well with Arda G\u00fcler, unleashed a stunning curling strike from distance, giving Madrid the crucial lead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mbapp\u00e9\u2019s Shocking Red Card<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Just as Madrid were settling into the game, disaster struck. Kylian Mbapp\u00e9, often the match-winner, turned villain with a reckless challenge on Antonio Blanco. After a VAR review, he was shown a straight red card, leaving Madrid with a numerical disadvantage and a nervy second half ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Alav\u00e9s Push Forward, But Can\u2019t Break Through<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Alav\u00e9s tried to capitalise on their extra man, and while they dominated possession, their finishing left much to be desired. Garc\u00eda\u2019s wayward header and tame shots from Carlos Vicente and Toni Mart\u00ednez failed to trouble Thibaut Courtois. Madrid\u2019s defence, marshalled by Antonio R\u00fcdiger, remained composed and resilient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another Red Levels the Field<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Any hope of a late Alav\u00e9s surge was dealt a blow in the 70th minute. In a last-man challenge, Vinicius Junior, chasing a lofted ball, was fouled by Manu S\u00e1nchez. After another VAR review, the home side\u2019s defender was also dismissed, evening the numbers and easing pressure on Madrid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Madrid Hold On to Close the Gap<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Jude Bellingham nearly added a second late, forcing Owono into a brilliant save in the 89th minute. But by then, the job was done. With Barcelona leading the table, this hard-fought win ensured Carlo Ancelotti\u2019s men remain firmly in the title picture as the season draws to a dramatic close.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alav\u00e9s Still in the Fight<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Despite the loss, Alav\u00e9s can take plenty of positives from their performance. This was only their second defeat in six LaLiga games, and they showed enough determination to suggest they can avoid the drop. With winnable fixtures ahead, their survival hopes remain intact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Real Madrid\u2019s victory in Vitoria was far from pretty, but it showed grit and character. With key fixtures ahead and Barcelona within reach, every match will feel like a final. For Kenyan fans, the LaLiga title race just got a lot more exciting \u2013 and with platforms like Bangbet<\/a>, the thrill doesn\u2019t have to end at full-time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stay tuned<\/a> for more drama, goals, and moments that define the beautiful game.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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