Real Madrid 5-1 Valencia (Nov 11, 2023) Game Analysis – ESPN

Real Madrid 5-1 Valencia (Nov 11, 2023) Game Analysis - ESPN

Brazilian duo Vinícius Júnior and Rodrygo put on a show at the Bernabeu Stadium as they both scored twice to lead Real Madrid to a 5-1 thrashing of Valencia in LaLiga on Saturday.

Madrid opened the scoring in the third minute, as full back Dani Carvajal unleashed a volley from the edge of the box and Vinícius extended their lead in the 42nd minute when he attempted a diving header but scored with his shoulder.

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Vinícius struck again shortly after halftime with a shot from range and Rodrygo netted twice after that to put a gloss on the scoreline. Striker Hugo Duro scored Valencia’s consolation goal two minutes from time.

Madrid are second in the standings on 32 points, two behind surprise leaders Girona.