Real Madrid Narrowly Edge Getafe To Go Top Of La Liga
Sports Updated: 20 October 2025 11:07 EAT
Real Madrid stars Arda Guler and Kylian Mbappe
Real Madrid secured a hard-fought 1–0 win over Getafe in their La Liga Round 9 clash played on 19 October 2025. The only goal of the match came in the 80th minute through Kylian Mbappé, who capitalized on an assist from Arda Güler to seal the three points for Los Blancos. The visitors dominated much of the second half, finding the breakthrough late in the game.
Getafe’s chances took a blow in the 77th minute after Allan Nyom was shown a red card for violent conduct, leaving the hosts to finish with 10 men. Despite their efforts in added time, they were unable to break through Real Madrid’s solid defense. Several yellow cards were issued on both sides as the match grew more physical in the latter stages.
With the win, Real Madrid moved to the top of the La Liga table with 24 points from nine matches, maintaining their unbeaten run. Barcelona trail closely in second with 22 points, while Villarreal sit third on 19. Getafe remain in 12th position with 11 points, holding a -3 goal difference after the narrow defeat. Kylian Mbappé was named Player of the Match for his decisive goal.
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