Federico Valverde scored deep into stoppage time as Actual Madrid secured a dramatic victory over Celta Vigo in a La Liga match, retaining strain on league leaders FC Barcelona.
The midfielder’s late shot took an enormous deflection off Marcos Alonso earlier than going into the web, handing Actual Madrid their first league win in three matches.
Actual Madrid began the sport strongly and took the lead early when Aurélien Tchouaméni fired a shot that bounced in off the woodwork. Moments earlier, Vinícius Júnior had additionally come shut after putting the submit.
Nonetheless, Celta Vigo responded shortly. England defender Trent Alexander-Arnold was crushed on the wing by Williot Swedberg, who delivered a cross that allowed Borja Iglesias to attain the equaliser.
Actual Madrid supervisor Álvaro Arbeloa needed to cope with out a number of key gamers. Kylian Mbappé, Jude Bellingham, Rodrygo and Eduardo Camavinga all missed the match due to accidents.
Regardless of the setbacks, Valverde’s late purpose ensured Actual Madrid collected all three factors. The victory strikes them to inside one level of Barcelona within the title race.
Barcelona may have an opportunity to increase their lead once more after they journey to face Athletic Membership on Saturday.
In the meantime, Actual Madrid will flip their consideration to European competitors as they put together to host Manchester Metropolis F.C. within the first leg of their UEFA Champions League spherical of 16 conflict on Wednesday.
