Real Madrid secured their first win of the La Liga season with a 3-0 victory over Real Valladolid on Sunday. The match at Santiago Bernabeu featured goals from Fede Valverde, Brahim Diaz, and debutant Endrick, while new signing Kylian Mbappe made his home debut but did not find the back of the net.
The game began with a scoreless first half, where Real Madrid struggled to create clear chances. Valverde broke the deadlock in the 50th minute with a deflected free-kick, giving Madrid the lead. The team’s urgency increased after the goal, with Brahim Diaz adding a second in the 88th minute with a clever lob. Endrick sealed the victory in stoppage time with a well-placed finish.
Despite dominating possession, Madrid’s attack lacked precision in the first half, with Aurelien Tchouameni’s long-range effort being their only significant chance before Valverde’s goal. Mbappe, who recently transferred from Paris Saint-Germain, had a few opportunities to score but was denied by Real Valladolid’s Estonian goalkeeper Karl Hein and missed another shot wide.
Mbappe, still seeking his first goal after two La Liga matches, has been backed by coach Carlo Ancelotti, who praised his movement and scoring potential. “He’s an exceptional forward who will find the net, whether playing centrally or from the left,” Ancelotti commented.
Endrick’s debut goal was a standout moment for the young Brazilian, showcasing his talent with a clinical finish. Ancelotti highlighted his performance, saying, “He’s very dangerous in tight spaces and demonstrated his quality with that goal.”
