Mbappé Hat-Trick Powers Real Madrid to Victory and Extends LaLiga Lead

Posted : 26 January 2025

Kylian Mbappé delivered a stellar performance with a hat-trick on Saturday, leading Real Madrid to a commanding 3-0 victory over Valladolid and extending their lead at the top of LaLiga to four points. The French forward's brilliance came on a day when second-place Atlético Madrid dropped points in a 1-1 draw against Villarreal, while third-place Barcelona, trailing Madrid by 10 points, prepared to face Valencia.

Mbappé, who has been in electrifying form, now has 15 league goals this season, just one behind Barcelona's Robert Lewandowski, the league's current top scorer.

Mbappé's treble, his first for Real Madrid, was instrumental in securing a comfortable win against bottom-side Valladolid. His opening goal came in the 30th minute when Jude Bellingham's deflected pass found the forward, who expertly curled the ball into the top corner.

Mbappé doubled the lead in the second half with a low, precise shot past Valladolid's goalkeeper Karl Hein after a neat through ball from Rodrygo Goes. He sealed his hat-trick from the penalty spot in the closing minutes after Valladolid's Mario Martín was sent off for a reckless challenge on Bellingham.

The match showcased Mbappé's lethal finishing and growing influence at Real Madrid, where he has now scored in five consecutive games. His form has been a major boost for the team, especially in the absence of the suspended Vinícius Júnior.

Reflecting on the game, Mbappé expressed satisfaction with his performance, emphasizing the importance of the team's victory, particularly after Atlético Madrid's earlier draw. "It was very important to win today after Atlético's result... we’re happy to go back to Madrid with the victory," he told Real Madrid TV.

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti praised Mbappé’s contributions, highlighting his recent surge in form as a critical factor in the team’s success. However, Ancelotti remained cautious about the title race, noting that while Madrid holds an advantage, the season is far from over. "We’ve got a small advantage, and I hope we can take advantage of it in the coming games," he stated. With Mbappé firing on all cylinders, Madrid looks well-positioned to maintain their lead at the top of the table.

Mbappé Hat-Trick Powers Real Madrid to Victory and Extends LaLiga Lead

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