Overview
- Kylian Mbappé scored in the 80th minute for his 10th LaLiga goal of the season, extending a prolific run since returning from a minor ankle issue.
- Getafe finished with nine men after Allan Nyom received a straight red seconds after coming on for a foul on Vinícius Júnior, and Álex Sancris was later sent off for a second yellow.
- Arda Güler delivered the through ball for the winner as Xabi Alonso’s rotation saw Vinícius start as a substitute and spark the decisive phase.
- Thibaut Courtois preserved the 1-0 result with a stoppage-time save on Abu Kamara; Alonso said Courtois is fine and that David Alaba’s halftime withdrawal was precautionary for calf tightness.
- The victory moved Madrid two points clear at the top; José Bordalás accused Vinícius of provocation post-match as Madrid turn to Juventus in midweek before hosting Barcelona in El Clásico.