Modrić and Vinícius Lead Real Madrid to Victory Over Girona
Real Madrid secured a crucial 2-0 victory over Girona, the team featuring Ukrainian midfielder Viktor Tsyhankov, in today's La Liga clash. The win keeps Real level on points with league leaders Barcelona, as Carlo Ancelotti's side continues their push for the title.
The hosts struck in each half to seal the win. Before halftime, veteran midfielder Luka Modrić opened the scoring with a stunning long-range effort, showcasing his enduring class. Then, in the 83rd minute, Vinícius Júnior put the game to bed with a composed finish after breaking through one-on-one with the goalkeeper.
2024-25, Spain - La Liga
Real - Girona 2:0 (1:0)
Goals: Modric, 41 (1:0); Vinícius Júnior, 83 (2:0)
Real: Courtois; Alaba (Camavinga, 73); Mendy Fe.; Asencio R.; Modric (Rudiger, 86); Tchouaméni; Vazquez L.; Diaz Br. (Dani Ceballos, 73); Vinícius Júnior (Endrick, 90); Mbappé; Rodrygo
Bench: Lunin Andriy; Gonzalez Fran; Vallejo; García Fr.; Güler A.; Valverde F.
Girona: Gazzaniga; Gutiérrez M. (Miovski, 75); Martinez Ar.; Blind; López Da.; van de Beek (Arthur Melo, 56); Tsygankov; Romeu (Solis Jhon, 66); Krejčí L. II.; Martín I. (Gil B., 66); Danjuma (Asprilla, 66)
Bench: Juan Carlos; Juanpe; Frances; Portu; Misehouy; Stuani; Ruiz Ab.
Yellow Cards: Krejčí L. II. 64; Solis Jhon 70