Real Madrid, the defending La Liga champions, kicked off their 2024-2025 season with a disappointing 1-1 draw against newly-promoted Las Palmas. The match, played at the Estadio Gran Canaria, saw both teams struggle to find their rhythm, resulting in a lackluster performance from the Spanish giants.
The opening goal came from Las Palmas’ Alberto Moleiro in the fifth minute, who capitalized on a defensive lapse from Real Madrid. The home side continued to dominate the first half, creating several more chances but failing to convert them. Real Madrid’s goalkeeper, Thibaut Courtois, made several impressive saves to keep his team in the game.
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In the second half, Real Madrid made a desperate attempt to get back into the match. Rodrygo was brought on to add pace and creativity to the attack, but the team still struggled to break down the Las Palmas defense.
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The visitors finally found an equalizer in the 65th minute when Vinicius Jr converted a penalty after a handball by Las Palmas defender Alex Suarez. However, Real Madrid were unable to find a winning goal, and the match ended in a draw.
The result leaves Real Madrid fourth in the La Liga standings with five points from three games, four points behind leaders Barcelona. This early stumble is a setback for the defending champions, who will need to improve their performances significantly if they hope to retain their title.
Key highlights from the Match:
- Real Madrid’s slow start to the season continues.
- Las Palmas’ defence proved to be a tough nut to crack for Real Madrid.
- Thibaut Courtois’ excellent goalkeeping kept Real Madrid in the game.
- Vinicius Jr’s penalty saved Real Madrid from a disappointing defeat.
The draw against Las Palmas serves as a wake-up call for Real Madrid. They will need to regroup and find their form quickly, as the competition for the La Liga title is expected to be fierce this season. Their next match is against Betis on Sunday, where they will be looking to bounce back with a victory.
