Williot’s Double Shines in Silencing Santiago Bernabéu

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Williot’s Double Shines in Silencing Santiago Bernabéu

Real Madrid faced a disappointing 2-0 defeat against Celta de Vigo at the Santiago Bernabéu, marking their return after 36 days. The setback came after a recent victory against Athletic Club, and this loss has significant implications for their La Liga title ambitions.

Match Overview

The match took place on a Sunday in the 15th round of La Liga EA Sports, with an attendance of 74,511 spectators. After a series of three consecutive draws, Real Madrid’s loss further complicates their title chase, placing them four points behind Barcelona.

Key Moments of the Match

First Half: The first half ended scoreless, with Real Madrid struggling to create substantial offense. Arda Güler had three notable chances but failed to convert.
Celta’s Offensive Push: In the first half, Celta’s Borja Iglesias nearly scored, but Courtois made a crucial save.
Williot Swedberg’s Impact: Entering at halftime, Swedberg scored the opening goal for Celta in the 54th minute with a back-heeled finish from Bryan Zaragoza’s cross.

Red Cards and Consequences

Real Madrid’s Fran García received two yellow cards in quick succession, reducing their roster to ten players. Álvaro Carreras followed suit, earning a red card late in the game. This played a pivotal role in the match’s outcome.

Celta’s Second Goal

Williot Swedberg sealed the victory for Celta with his second goal in the 93rd minute, solidifying the scoreline and demonstrating an impressive performance.

Injury Concerns for Real Madrid

The match also highlighted the injury woes plaguing Real Madrid. Key players such as Dani Carvajal, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Éder Militao were sidelined. Militao’s injury was particularly alarming, described as a “concerning” muscular injury.

Current Standings and Implications

Celta de Vigo’s win elevates them to 19 points in the league standings. In contrast, Real Madrid has only secured six points from their last fifteen. The defeat significantly impacts their pursuit of La Liga, as they fell from a five-point advantage against Barcelona to a four-point deficit.