Real Madrid Cruise Past Racing Santander to Secure Sixth Consecutive Win

Real Madrid continued their dominant form in La Liga with a commanding 3-0 victory over Racing Santander at the El Sardinero stadium on Sunday, marking their sixth consecutive win across all competitions.

The visitors wasted no time asserting control, breaking the deadlock in the 11th minute. Kylian Mbappé earned a penalty and clinical converted it from the spot to score his 18th La Liga penalty. Just eleven minutes later, Jude Bellingham reached a major personal milestone, netting his 50th goal for Real Madrid by converting a precise assist from young talent Arda Güler.

The match was effectively put out of reach in the 36th minute when defender Sinaly Diomandé unleashed a spectacular right-footed volley from the left wing, leaving the Santander goalkeeper with no chance. Santander hoped for a lifeline in the second half when a penalty was initially awarded for a potential handball by Aurélien Tchouaméni. However, a lengthy VAR review overturned the decision, deeming it unintentional.

Real Madrid’s disciplined defensive display limited the hosts to just one shot on target, comfortably sealing the clean sheet. This comprehensive victory keeps Carlo Ancelotti’s side firmly in the title race, maintaining high pressure at the top of the table.