Sports News of Thursday, 23 January 2025
Source: www.ghanawebbers.com
Real Madrid secured an emphatic 5-1 victory over RB Salzburg in the Champions League at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Despite a slow start, Carlo Ancelotti’s side took the lead through Rodrygo Goes, who added a stunning second soon after.
Jude Bellingham contributed with key assists, while Kylian Mbappe capitalized on a goalkeeper error to score Madrid’s third just after halftime.
Vinicius Junior shone with two goals, including a brilliant solo effort, assisted by Luka Modric and Federico Valverde.
Mats Bidstrup scored a late consolation for Salzburg in an otherwise disappointing outing.
The victory moves Real Madrid to 16th in the league phase standings, with a chance to improve further in their next match against Brest.