Bellingham, Mbappe fire as Real Madrid ease to Malaga win
MADRID: Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe both struck as Real Madrid’s perfect start to La Liga under Jose Mourinho continued in a 4-0 cruise against Malaga on Sunday.
MADRID: Real Madrid continued their perfect start to La Liga under new manager Jose Mourinho with a 4-0 victory over Malaga on Sunday. Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe both found the back of the net, along with an own goal from Malaga goalkeeper Alfonso Herrero, and a late goal from Arda Guler. Bellingham explained that he had freedom to adjust his position higher or lower as needed under Mourinho's guidance.
The Portuguese coach rotated his lineup, making five changes to the starting XI that debuted against their first two opponents. Bellingham opened the scoring after just 19 minutes with a powerful solo goal, followed by another goal seven minutes later. Mbappe added a third goal with a volley from Alexander-Arnold's cross. Malaga showed some promise, with Rafa Rodriguez coming close with a post on target and Chupe hitting the side netting.
Mourinho emphasized the importance of maintaining a clean sheet, as he wanted Madrid to leave the pitch knowing they were a solid unit.
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