The match between Real Madrid and Celta Vigo provided some end-game thrillers with Real Madrid winning 2-1 at Balaidos in the evening of Friday. Federico Valverde scored a 90-minute goal to send Los Blancos a much-needed win in the La Liga and bring an end to their poor streak of defeats.
Real Madrid had lost to two consecutive matches and it was under pressure before the match. The team of Carlo Ancelotti required a response in order to remain at the title race. They began the game with the intent and possession control at the initial stages.
The breakthrough occurred in the 11 th minute. The defense of the Celta Vigo was taken by a deft short-corner maneuver. Arda Guler passed the ball into the box and Aurelien Tchouameni came at the right time. The French midfielder scored a first-time direct shot that went into the left post.
The initial objective had resolved the Real Madrid and compelled the Celta Vigo to advance. The hosts got gradually into the match. They opened opportunities and probed the defense of Madrid by fast wing attacks.
During the second half, Celta Vigo put pressure. Their never giving up efforts were rewarded as they discovered an equalizer, which made the home crowd join the playing field again. Real Madrid has suddenly appeared to be under a threat as Celta went in search of a goal.
But Madrid demonstrated their mentality of being champions towards the end of the match. In case the match was doomed to a draw, Federico Valverde was there in the stoppage time. The Uruguayan midfielder made a dramatic ending that shocked the domestic fans.
The late match earned Real Madrid some precious three points. It also helped to regain confidence following a bad streak of performances.
