In a remarkable comeback, Real Madrid secured a thrilling victory against Almeria with a late, late winner from Dani Carvajal, brilliantly set up by Jude Bellingham.
Jude Bellingham of Real Madrid celebrated a crucial 1-2 victory during the LaLiga EA Sports match against UD Almeria at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium on January 21, 2024. It was a thrilling encounter that saw Real Madrid come from behind to secure the win, thanks to a penalty from Bellingham and a last-minute winner from Dani Carvajal.
The match started off shockingly for Real Madrid, as Almeria took a commanding 2-0 lead in the first half. The visitors displayed clinical finishing and outperformed a sluggish Real Madrid side. It seemed like Almeria was on the verge of securing their first win of the La Liga season.
However, the game took a dramatic turn with three controversial VAR decisions going in favor of Real Madrid within twelve minutes. These decisions completely changed the momentum of the match and left Almeria frustrated. Their manager, Gaizka Gaitano, was even shown a red card for protesting against the referee’s decisions.
Almeria had previously helped Real Madrid by holding La Liga contenders Girona to a goalless draw. They appeared determined to return the favor with an early goal from Largie Ramazani just 38 seconds into the game. Edgar Gonzalez then scored a wonder goal before halftime, putting Almeria in a commanding position.
However, Real Madrid showed their resilience and fighting spirit. Carvajal’s header in the 99th minute sealed the victory for Los Blancos. With this win, Real Madrid reclaimed the top spot in the league table. Girona will have the opportunity to close the two-point gap when they face Sevilla tonight, but Real Madrid still have a game in hand.
This thrilling encounter was marred by VAR controversy, but it ultimately showcased Real Madrid’s determination to secure the win. The race for the La Liga title continues, and there is sure to be more excitement to come. Stay tuned for further updates.