Real Madrid triumphed over Getafe 2-0 on Sunday evening in La Liga’s 15th round. This victory closed the gap between them and leaders Barcelona to just one point, with a postponed match against Valencia still pending for the Merengues, reigniting their pursuit of the La Liga title. According to the Spanish newspaper Defensa Central, coach Carlo Ancelotti is pleased with the win, as it brings the team closer to reclaiming the top spot in the standings.
The newspaper further reported that Ancelotti singled out young star Raul Asensio as the standout performer of the match, bypassing big names like Mbappé and Bellingham. Ancelotti praised Asensio’s display and emphasized the need for him to continue developing, reassuring him that his place in the starting lineup is secure, even with the return of injured players.
The report also noted that Ancelotti expressed frustration with Kylian Mbappé for squandering several easy opportunities in the second half, fearing these missed chances could jeopardize the team’s season. The coach warned Mbappé that such mistakes could cost Real Madrid important titles.
In an unexpected move, Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez congratulated Asensio after the match, telling him, “You will become a legend at Real Madrid.” Pérez also praised left-back Ferran Garcia for his strong performance, while Ancelotti requested that Garcia remain in the starting lineup in place of Mendy for the upcoming period.
