Atletico’s Molina Scores Stunner but Real Madrid Take 3-2 Derby Win

In the early hours of March 23, Manila Time, the Madrid Derby in Round 29 of La Liga took place, with RealMadridHostingAtléticoMadridAtTheSantiagoBernabéu.

After 28 matches, Real Madrid sat SecondInTheTable with 66 points (21 wins, 3 draws, 4 defeats), while Atlético Madrid were fourth with 57 points (17 wins, 6 draws, 5 defeats).

In the 33rd minute, Atlético Madrid opened the scoring! Ademola Lookman played the ball on the left flank, Julián Álvarez delivered a low cutback, Giovanni Simeone produced a clever backheel flick, and Lookman arrived at the far post to tap home, making it 1–0!

In the 52nd minute, Real Madrid equalized! Brahim Díaz was brought down inside the box by Álex Vallejo, winning a penalty. Vinícius Júnior stepped up and converted from the spot to level the score at 1–1!!

In the 55th minute, Real Madrid turned the game around! Jan Oblak’s defensive teammate played a risky back pass that was intercepted by Federico Valverde, who then slotted a low finish into the net to make it 2–1!

In the 66th minute, Atlético Madrid pulled level again! Julián Álvarez switched play to the edge of the area, and NahuelMolina took a touch before firing a stunning long-range strike into the net, making it 2–2!!!

In the 72nd minute, Real Madrid restored their lead! Trent Alexander-Arnold switched play to the right, Vinícius controlled the ball, cut inside, and curled a precise right-footed finish into the bottom-right corner to complete his brace, putting Real Madrid ahead 3–2!!

In the 77th minute, Federico Valverde was shown a straight red card for a foul on Manu Baena in defense!

When the final whistle blew, Real Madrid held on to claim a thrilling 3–2 victory over Atlético Madrid.