Real Madrid managed to hold off a late surge from Deportivo Alavés, securing a 3-2 victory at home in La Liga. Goals from Lucas Vázquez, Kylian Mbappé, and Rodrygo ensured the win, despite Carlos Benavídez and Kike García scoring in the 88th and 89th minutes for Alavés. Real Madrid dominated most of the match but had to withstand a tense finish.
Real Madrid took the lead just over a minute into the game when Vinícius Júnior received a long pass from Federico Valverde, sprinted down the left flank, and set up Vázquez, who scored from close range. Their lead was extended in the 40th minute when Mbappé combined with Jude Bellingham, cut inside, and placed a precise shot to the right of the goalkeeper. Rodrygo added a third goal three minutes after halftime, firing a low shot past Antonio Sivera following a swift counterattack.
In Austria, Rapid Vienna and Austria Vienna have agreed to ban away fans from the next four matches between the two clubs. This decision follows violent clashes during Sunday's derby that left at least 13 people injured. The clubs aim to ensure fan safety and are working on measures to allow away fans to return. "This is the best way of preventing further damage to SK Rapid," the Austrian Bundesliga leaders stated. "Violence should not and must not have a place in our sport." Pyrotechnics were set off before the game even started, and violent clashes occurred during the match, culminating in a pitch invasion after Rapid's 2-1 win. Ten police officers were injured, and criminal charges have been filed against 152 individuals.
