In a scintillating La Liga encounter, Real Madrid, under the guidance of manager Carlo Ancelotti, showcased their dominance as they secured a convincing 3-1 victory against Almeria. The star of the show was none other than the dynamic midfielder Jude Bellingham, who stole the spotlight with a remarkable brace, leaving fans and critics alike in awe.

From the opening whistle, it was evident that both teams were hungry for victory. Almeria, playing on their home turf, displayed commendable resilience as they looked to challenge the might of the Madrid giants. However, Real Madrid’s experience and precision gradually began to shine through.

The breakthrough moment arrived when Jude Bellingham capitalized on a clever assist to put Real Madrid ahead. With a clinical finish that showcased his composure in front of goal, Bellingham showcased why he is considered one of the rising stars of the football world. His goal not only gave Real Madrid the lead but also set the tone for what would be an eventful match.

As the game progressed, Almeria refused to back down, launching counter-attacks and testing Real Madrid’s defense. However, Real’s defensive line, bolstered by experienced players, managed to thwart Almeria’s attempts and maintain their lead.

Bellingham, however, wasn’t content with just one goal. He continued to make his presence felt on the pitch, showcasing his versatility by contributing to both offensive and defensive plays. His second goal of the match was a testament to his ability to read the game, find spaces, and execute with precision. With his brace, Bellingham not only solidified his reputation as a rising star but also played a pivotal role in securing the victory for Real Madrid.

Almeria’s persistence was rewarded with a goal of their own, briefly narrowing the deficit. But Real Madrid’s attacking prowess proved too much to handle, and they extended their lead once again. The final scoreline of 3-1 reflected Real Madrid’s control over the proceedings and their ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities.

Carlo Ancelotti’s tactical acumen was on full display as he orchestrated a balanced performance from his team. The victory not only highlighted the individual brilliance of players like Bellingham but also underscored the importance of teamwork and strategic execution.

As the final whistle blew, Real Madrid celebrated a hard-fought victory that showcased their determination and skill. The match will be remembered for Jude Bellingham’s standout performance, as his two goals stole the spotlight and propelled Real Madrid to a well-deserved triumph. With their spirits high, Real Madrid marches on in La Liga, leaving both fans and adversaries eager to witness more of their football magic in the coming matches.

TALKING POINT

Real get by without Militao. Ruled out for the foreseeable with an ACL injury sustained in the 2-0 win against Athletic Bilbao last weekend, Eder Militao will be a big miss for Real in the coming months.

This was far from an immaculate performance in defence, with Almeria afforded 20 shots – eight on target – and allowed to build considerable momentum. Even so, Antonio Rudiger gave a solid performance in Militao’s place at centre-back and, while starting Kroos in midfield ahead of Eduardo Camavinga ceded a measure of control, Carlo Ancelotti will feel vindicated by an energetic attacking display.

PLAYER OF THE MATCH

Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid). Just as he did against Athletic, Bellingham gave a game-changing performance in midfield.

While two well-taken goals and a neat assist were impressive enough, this was another all-round show of excellence. He could not have asked for a better start to his Real career.

PLAYER RATINGS

Almeria: Maximiano 7, Pubill 6, Gonzalez 6, Chumi 5, Akieme 5, Robertone 7, Baba 6, Arribas 7, Ramazani 5, Embarba 6, Suarez 6

Subs: Kone 6, Pozo 6, Melero 5, Puigmal N/A, Lazaro N/A

Real Madrid: Lunin 6, Carvajal 7, Rudiger 7, Alaba 7, Garcia 7, Tchouameni 7, Valverde 6, Kroos 6, Bellingham 9, Rodrygo 7, Vinicius Jr 8

Subs: Modric 6, Camavinga 6, Joselu 5, Diaz N/A, Vazquez N/A

MATCH HIGHLIGHTS

3’ GOAL! After Real squander a free kick, Maximiano sets off a counter-attack which ends with Arribas heading Robertone’s scooped cross into the back of the net. The underdogs are ahead!

19’ GOAL! Rodrygo wins a free kick in a promising position after going down under pressure from Gonzalez. Kroos plays it short to Garcia on the left, who can’t find a way through and recycles the ball. It ends up with Carvajal, who slashes in a cross from the opposite flank which is headed down by Valverde. It falls for Bellingham who, after an awkward bobble, fires into the far corner.

20’ VAR CHECK COMPLETE. Bellingham looked narrowly offside at first glance, but a VAR check shows that Sergio Akieme played him on.

45+4’ NO GOAL! Kroos has the ball in the back of the net with a swept shot from the edge of the area and Real think they have taken the lead just before the break. Unfortunately for them the referee, Jose Maria Sanchez Martinez, is called to the monitor, ruling out the goal for a foul from Carvajal in the build-up.

60’ GOAL! And, simple as that, Real are ahead. Kroos sends in an inswinging cross from the left and Bellingham meets it, nodding a header over Maximiano.

73’ GOAL! A flowing passing move ends with Bellingham setting up Vinicius, who clips a first-time shot into the top corner.

KEY STATS

• According to Opta, Arribas’ opener after three minutes was the earliest goal conceded by Real in an away game in La Liga since Nabil Ghilas’ strike for Cordoba in January 2015.
• Jude Bellingham is only the third player to be involved in four goals in his first two La Liga games in the 21st century after Wesley Sneijder and Mounir El Hamdaoui.