Real Madrid ended a four-game winless streak with a 2-1 victory over Alaves at the Santiago Bernabeu on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior each scored for the hosts, moving them closer to La Liga leaders Barcelona.
The win came after a difficult stretch that included a Champions League exit to Bayern Munich. Mbappe opened the scoring in the 30th minute with a deflected strike from the edge of the box. Vinicius Junior doubled the lead early in the second half with a sharp direct effort from around 25 yards out.
Despite the goals, both players were jeered by sections of the home crowd throughout the match. Vinicius Junior appeared to apologize to fans after his goal, blowing a kiss to the badge. The atmosphere reflected ongoing frustration following the midweek European elimination.
Alaves pulled one back late in the game, but Real Madrid held on to secure the three points. The victory left Madrid six points behind Barcelona in the La Liga standings, with the Catalan side set to host Celta Vigo on Wednesday.
Attendance at the Bernabeu was reported at 61,468, the lowest of the season for Real Madrid. Eduardo Camavinga was also met with loud jeers when he came on as a substitute in the 62nd minute, having been sent off in the second leg against Bayern Munich.
The result ended Real Madrid’s run of four games without a win across all competitions. Their previous results included draws and losses in La Liga and the Champions League semifinal second leg.
Barcelona’s upcoming match against Celta Vigo presents an opportunity for Real Madrid to narrow the gap further, depending on the outcome. Both teams continue their push for the La Liga title as the season enters its final stretch.
Real Madrid will look to build on this victory in their next league fixture, aiming to restore consistency after a turbulent period. The win provides a much-needed boost in confidence for Carlo Ancelotti’s squad.
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