n the context of its Centenary, RC Celta faced off against Real Madrid in an exciting match in front of a dedicated crowd that filled the stands of Abanca Balaídos. Despite their efforts, the Celta team couldn’t secure a victory, and the points remained with the visiting team.
The vibrant atmosphere was evident from the start of the game, with the fans singing the song “Oliveira dos Cen Anos” to support the team. Although Strand Larsen scored a goal in the 3rd minute, it was disallowed by the referee. Throughout the match, Celta created several goal-scoring opportunities, but the score remained at zero at the end of the first half.
In the second half, Celta continued to put on a strong performance, facing off against a determined Real Madrid side. In the 68th minute, Díaz de Mera awarded a penalty to Real Madrid, which could have changed the course of the game. However, Iván Villar made an impressive save, keeping Celta’s hopes alive.
Despite multiple goal-scoring chances, Bellingham scored the only goal of the match in the final minutes, capitalizing on a corner kick and securing the victory for Real Madrid.
RC Celta will resume their training to prepare for their upcoming match against UD Almería on Friday, September 1st.
MATCH DETAILS:
RC Celta: Iván Villar; O. Mingueza, Aidoo Jr, Unai Núñez, Carl Starfelt, Cervi (Manu Sánchez, 45+2); Luca de la Torre (Miguel Rodríguez, 81), Fran Beltrán, Bamba; Iago Aspas and Strand Larsen (Renato Tapia, 77).
Real Madrid: Kepa; Dani Carvajal, Rüdiger, Alaba, Fran García (Nacho, 80); F. Valverde, A. Tchouaméni (Luka Modric, 62), Camavinga (Toni Kroos, 62), Bellingham; Vinicius Jr. (Joselu, 18) and Rodrygo.
Goals: 0-1 Bellingham (81)
Referee: Díaz de Mera. Yellow cards were shown to Iago Aspas and Renato Tapia. For Real Madrid, Toni Kroos, Rüdiger, and Nacho were booked.
Incidents: Match corresponding to the third round of LaLiga EA Sports played at the Abanca Balaídos stadium.
