Real Madrid Move Two Points Clear, Getafe Suffer Home Defeat
La Liga Title Race Heats Up
Madrid Reign Supreme Over Getafe
Real Madrid have dealt a blow to Getafe's hopes of European qualification with a hard-fought 2-0 victory at the Coliseum Alfonso Perez, extending their lead at the top of the table to two points. The match saw Real Madrid dominate possession and create the better chances, with Vinicius Junior and Karim Benzema scoring the goals that sealed the win.
Getafe started the match brightly and had a few chances of their own, but it was Real Madrid who took the lead in the 25th minute. Vinicius Junior collected the ball on the left wing and drove into the box before firing a low shot into the bottom corner. Getafe pushed for an equalizer, but Real Madrid's defense held firm.
The visitors doubled their lead in the 57th minute when Benzema converted a penalty after he was brought down in the box. Getafe continued to battle, but they were unable to break down Real Madrid's resolute defense. The win moves Real Madrid two points clear of Barcelona at the top of the table, while Getafe remain in 12th place, nine points off the European qualification places.
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