By Sachit Subba • Football • Apr 22, 2026 03:36 AM • 28 views
Real Madrid kept their La Liga hopes alive with a 2-1 win over Deportivo Alavés, cutting Barcelona’s lead to six points. At the Santiago Bernabéu, Kylian Mbappé scored in the 30th minute. Vinícius Júnior doubled the lead six minutes into the second half, finishing Federico Valverde’s pass for his 12th goal. Despite a late goal from Toni Martínez for Alavés, Madrid’s defence held to break a two-game winless streak and maintain title pressure.
This win puts pressure back on Barcelona, who must beat Celta Vigo on Wednesday to retain their nine-point lead. With El Clásico in May, every point is crucial. Real Madrid, second on 73 points, visit Real Betis next. Alavés, still 17th, prepare for Mallorca as they fight relegation.
