In a thrilling match at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid, Real Madrid secured a 2-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao on Sunday, marking their 23rd win in the 2023-24 La Liga season.
Brazilian winger Rodrygo was the star of the evening, breaking his 50-day scoring drought by netting both goals for Real Madrid. He opened the scoring early in the eighth minute with a signature move, cutting inside and delivering a powerful shot that left the Bilbao goalkeeper with no chance.
“It’s a special day. Scoring wearing this shirt is always important. I’m happy with the win,” Rodrygo commented after the match. Reflecting on his first goal, he added, “It’s a move I like to do a lot. I like coming inside and shooting. I want to score a lot more goals like that.”
The second goal came in the 73rd minute, sealing the victory for Real Madrid. Rodrygo emphasized the importance of maintaining momentum as the season progresses. “Now in this final stage of the season in La Liga, we have to get the points to be close to winning the trophy,” he stated.
This win solidifies Real Madrid’s position in the league standings, bringing them one step closer to contending for the La Liga title. The team’s performance demonstrates their resilience and determination as they navigate a competitive season.
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