Real Madrid kept their La Liga title dreams alive with a thrilling 3-2 win over Celta Vigo on May 4, 2025.
The victory came at a crucial time, ensuring that Carlo Ancelotti’s side remains just four points behind Barcelona, with only four matches left in the season.
It was a game filled with standout moments from both Kylian Mbappé and Arda Güler, who scored stunning goals to secure the win.
Güler and Mbappé Spark Real Madrid’s Early Lead
The match started with a bang for Real Madrid when Arda Güler opened the scoring just after the half-hour mark.
The Turkish winger linked up with Lucas Vazquez on a short corner, before curling a brilliant left-footed shot from a tight angle into the net.
It was a well-timed and clinical finish that gave Real Madrid a 1-0 lead.
Six minutes later, Kylian Mbappé doubled the lead for the defending champions.
The goal came after a perfectly timed lob from Jude Bellingham, which sent Mbappé running free down the pitch.
With a right-footed strike from just outside the box, the French star found the back of the net, making it 2-0 in Real’s favor.
Mbappé Strikes Again and Celta Vigo Fights Back
The second half kicked off with more fireworks as Güler played a beautiful through ball to set up Mbappé for his second goal of the game.
Running into the box, the 26-year-old winger slotted the ball into the bottom-right corner, making it 3-0 and taking his league tally to 24 goals for the season.
However, Celta Vigo wasn’t ready to roll over. The visitors quickly mounted a fightback, starting with a goal in the 69th minute.
Javi Rodriguez capitalized on a failed clearance by the Real defense after a corner, putting Celta Vigo on the scoreboard.
Just seven minutes later, Williot Swedberg scored again for Celta, receiving a precise through ball from Iago Aspas and finding the back of the net with a calm finish.
Real Madrid Holds Strong in Final Minutes
With the pressure mounting, Real Madrid dug deep to preserve their lead.
Goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois made crucial saves in the final moments, denying both Pablo Duran and Iago Aspas from scoring, ensuring that Real Madrid held on for the win.
Looking Ahead to El Clasico
Despite the scare in the second half, the win keeps Real Madrid firmly in the hunt for the title.
With Barcelona still four points ahead, all eyes will be on next week’s highly anticipated El Clasico, where Real Madrid will face their fierce rivals at the Nou Camp.
As midfielder Federico Valverde said, “The most important thing was the win.
We played a good first half, but then we fell apart… they are a great team and they put us in trouble.”
Goalkeeper Courtois also emphasized the importance of the victory, saying, “Now, let’s get ready for next Sunday,” referring to the upcoming clash with Barcelona.
Real Madrid’s title hopes are still alive, but the next match will be crucial in their push for the La Liga crown.