Real Madrid overturned an early setback to claim a 2–1 win over Mallorca, with standout contributions from Vinícius Júnior, Arda Güler, and Trent Alexander-Arnold.
After conceding in the first half to a Mallorca side still searching for their first victory of the season, Los Blancos needed an emphatic reply at the Santiago Bernabéu. The breakthrough came in the 37th minute when Arda Güler, now a consistent figure in Xabi Alonso’s starting lineup, rose to head in the equalizer. Just a minute later, Vinícius Júnior struck to put Madrid ahead. In the second half, Alexander-Arnold played a decisive role in shutting down Mallorca’s attacks, ensuring Madrid held on to all three points.
The victory marked Real Madrid’s third of the La Liga season and offered several key talking points. Vinícius Júnior, in particular, is beginning to silence doubts after a frustrating previous campaign. Last season, the Brazilian managed only 11 goals in 30 league games and was overshadowed by Kylian Mbappé. He also struggled at the FIFA Club World Cup in the United States, scoring just once in six appearances. For a player once tipped for the 2024 Ballon d’Or, the dip in form was noticeable.
Now, entering the 2025–26 season, the 25-year-old looks to be rediscovering his best self. With three goal contributions in Madrid’s opening six strikes of the season, Vinícius is once again proving why he’s regarded as one of Spain’s most dangerous wide players. His latest effort not only sealed the comeback against Mallorca but also reaffirmed his importance to Los Blancos’ ambitions this year.
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