Watch: Kylian Mbappe scores as Real Madrid beats Girona 3-0.

The 2024-25 edition of La Liga kicked off with another thrilling round of matches this weekend, and Girona faced off against Carlo Ancelotti's Real Madrid in a critical encounter at the Estadio Montilivi on Saturday.

Real Madrid, sat in second place in the La Liga standings heading into the fixture, had not lived up to expectations this season. Kylian Mbappe, still searching for his form at the club, had a significant point to prove in this matchup.

Girona occupied eighth place in the league table and were in the process of finding their best form this season. The team had demonstrated moments of brilliance and had posed challenges to Real Madrid on several occasions.

The Tale of the Fixture 

In the 36th minute, after an impressive build-up by Madrid, Girona failed to clear a cross from the left, showing a lack of urgency. Bellingham seized the opportunity, darting past two defenders to poke the ball decisively towards goal, slipping it through Gazzaniga's legs.

In the 55th minute, Bellingham decisively cut through the defence with a precise through ball, which Guler expertly capitalized on. Under pressure, the young Turkish talent fired a left-footed shot into the bottom corner with remarkable composure. It was a stunning goal, showcasing his skill and confidence.

Mbappe made his mark 

Then, in the 62nd minute, Mbappe evaded the offside trap with a perfectly timed run after Modric set him up. From a tight angle, he unleashed a low shot that found the back of the net. While it might not change the outcome of this match, it undeniably signalled a significant boost in confidence for Mbappe.

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Real Madrid defeated Girona away from home in an important fixture with a commanding 3-0 scoreline and they will next face Atalanta in the UEFA Champions league in yet another away fixture.