Real Madrid Fights Through Drama in Copa del Rey Clash Against Leganés
Real Madrid faced a tense and dramatic battle against Leganés in the Copa del Rey, a match that had fans on the edge of their seats as the game unfolded. With everything to play for, it was clear from the first whistle that this wasn’t going to be an easy ride for the Madrid side.
The match kicked off with a slow pace, but the first real action came from the Leganés side. They nearly had an early opportunity to score as they caught Madrid’s defense off guard, but Lunin, the goalkeeper, made a spectacular save to keep his team level. The early moments also saw Madrid trying to find their rhythm, with Rodrygo and Vinicius causing trouble on the wings but unable to break through Leganés’ resolute defense.
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Madrid’s first breakthrough came in the 18th minute, when Luka Modric, ever the master of midfield, found himself in the right place at the right time. After a quick transition, Rodrygo cut inside and played a perfectly timed pass to Modric, who slotted the ball home with a calm finish, giving Madrid a 1-0 lead. But Leganés weren’t backing down easily. They responded with vigor, pushing forward and creating some pressure on Madrid’s defense. A penalty was awarded to Leganés in the 38th minute after a handball in the box by Madrid’s Jacobo, which Juan Cruz expertly converted, bringing the score to 1-2.
The match continued at a high intensity, with Leganés pushing for an equalizer. Just minutes into the second half, they leveled the score at 2-2 through a well-taken shot by Juan Cruz once again. The tension in Butarque was palpable, and Real Madrid seemed rattled. Vinicius, who had been dangerous throughout, was involved in several key moments but also faced some frustrating fouls. The game seemed to be slipping away from Madrid as Leganés capitalized on their momentum. However, despite the growing pressure, Madrid showed resilience, creating several chances through Endrick and Brahim, but the final touch was missing.
As the clock ticked down, both teams were desperate for a winner. In the dying moments, Madrid came agonizingly close to taking the lead again with shots from Valverde and Ceballos, but Leganés' goalkeeper, Soriano, was equal to the task, making crucial saves.
With only minutes remaining, Real Madrid’s composure was tested as they tried to break down Leganés’ defense and avoid the disappointment of a potential elimination from the Copa del Rey. Ultimately, the match ended with Madrid having to push through their nerves and finish strong, holding onto their lead and escaping with a hard-fought victory.
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