In a dramatic turn of events in the Spanish football landscape, Real Madrid secured the La Liga title following a resounding 3-0 victory over Cadiz, while Girona’s thrilling 4-2 triumph against reigning champions Barcelona sealed Los Blancos’ triumph in the domestic league.
Carlo Ancelotti’s Real Madrid side delivered a commanding performance against Cadiz, with goals from Brahim Diaz, Jude Bellingham, and Joselu propelling them to a record-extending 36th Spanish title.
The victory was further confirmed when Barcelona dropped points against Girona, marking a historic moment for Madrid’s illustrious football legacy.
The match against Cadiz saw Brahim Diaz open the scoring in the 51st minute, followed by a composed finish from Jude Bellingham and a clinical tap-in by Joselu, leaving Madrid on the brink of the title.
Speaking after the game, Joselu expressed the team’s dedication and hunger for success, emphasizing the significance of the moment for both seasoned veterans and young talents within the squad.
“We leave our skins out there on the pitch to live moments like today’s, we are so close to the league,” Joselu told Real Madrid TV.
“There are young players who are very hungry for titles, veterans who are delighted to be here… and these are special moments.”
Despite playing a heavily rotated side ahead of their Champions League semi-final clash against Bayern Munich, Real Madrid showcased their depth and resilience, with goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois making a notable return to action after a nine-month injury layoff.
Courtois’s stellar performance was complemented by Luka Modric’s historic milestone, as the midfielder became the oldest player to appear for the club in La Liga.
Madrid midfielder Luka Modric became the oldest player to appear for the club in La Liga, at 38 years and 238 days, breaking late Hungarian great Ferenc Puskas’ record from 1965 by five days.
Meanwhile, Barcelona’s defeat to Girona marked a stunning upset, with the Catalan minnows securing their first-ever qualification for the Champions League.
Artem Dovbyk’s equalizer and Portu’s brace spearheaded Girona’s comeback, dealing a significant blow to Barcelona’s title aspirations and igniting celebrations at the Montilivi stadium.
As Real Madrid basked in their La Liga triumph and Girona celebrated their historic achievement, Spanish football witnessed a night of jubilation and significance.
