Sports News of Monday, 23 December 2024
Source: www.ghanawebbers.com
Real Madrid defeated Sevilla 4-2, with Kylian Mbappe and Federico Valverde scoring stunning long-range goals.
Mbappe opened the scoring in the 10th minute with a 25-yard strike, followed by Valverde's 30-yard blast from a corner.
Rodrygo added a third before Sevilla pulled one back with Isaac Romero's header. After halftime, Mbappe assisted Brahim Diaz for a fourth goal, securing the win.
Sevilla's captain, Jesus Navas, made his emotional final appearance, marking the end of his 20-year career due to a chronic hip injury.
Despite a late goal from Dodi Lukebakio, Madrid's victory moved them to second in La Liga, ahead of Barcelona and just behind Atletico Madrid.