Real Madrid defeated Real Oviedo 3-0, continuing their winning start to the LaLiga season. Mbappe scored twice, and Vinicius added a late goal. Real Madrid’s strong defense also contributed to the victory, marking their first time since 2015-16 they’ve had clean sheets in their first two La Liga matches.
Real Madrid maintained their perfect start to the 2025-26 LaLiga campaign with a commanding 3-0 victory over newly-promoted Real Oviedo on Sunday. The dynamic duo of Kylian Mbappe, who bagged a brace, and Vinicius Junior, with a late strike, ensured all three points for Los Blancos at the Estadio Municipal Carlos Tartiere. The win marks a continuation of the positive impact of new coach Xabi Alonso, whose tactical prowess is quickly becoming evident.
From the outset, Real Madrid asserted their dominance, dictating the tempo and creating several early opportunities. Rodrygo and Mbappe were particularly lively, constantly probing the Oviedo defense. However, the breakthrough remained elusive until the final eight minutes of the first half. The home side felt aggrieved when Aurelien Tchouameni escaped a penalty for a robust challenge on Leander Dendoncker. Real Madrid, however, capitalized on the perceived injustice. Arda Guler, showcasing his vision and passing ability, threaded a delightful ball through to Mbappe, who calmly slotted home to give his side the lead.
Real Oviedo, to their credit, emerged from the interval with renewed vigor. They pressed Madrid relentlessly, attempting to disrupt their rhythm and force errors. Kwasi Sibo had a glorious opportunity to equalize in the 81st minute, but his shot from the edge of the box lacked the necessary precision and failed to trouble the Madrid goalkeeper. That missed chance proved to be a turning point, as Real Madrid swiftly punished Oviedo's profligacy.
A swift counter-attack saw Vinicius Junior turn provider, releasing Mbappe, who made no mistake in sweeping the ball past the goalkeeper for his second goal of the match. The Brazilian maestro, Vinicius, then capped off a stellar performance with a goal of his own in the dying moments. Another clinical move saw him drill the ball into the net, putting the seal on a comprehensive victory for Alonso’s men. With two wins from two matches, Real Madrid have laid down an early marker in the LaLiga title race.
4 – Real Madrid have kept a clean sheet in their first two matches of a @LaLigaEN campaign for the fourth time in the 21st century, the first since 2015/16.
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— OptaJose (@OptaJose) August 24, 2025
Data Debrief: Mbappe magic and solid foundations
Mbappe's arrival at Real Madrid was met with considerable fanfare, and while it took him a short while to settle, he soon demonstrated his world-class ability. His debut season saw him break records and establish himself as a firm fan favorite.
The French international has continued his impressive form into the new season, picking up where he left off. Since the start of last season, Mbappe has now scored an impressive 47 goals in all competitions, surpassing all other players in Europe’s top five leagues by two goals. His clinical finishing and ability to create opportunities for himself and others make him a constant threat to opposing defenses.
While the attacking prowess of Mbappe and Vinicius grabs the headlines, coach Xabi Alonso has also prioritized defensive solidity. Real Madrid have now registered clean sheets in their opening two LaLiga matches for the first time since the 2015-16 season. Against Oviedo, they limited their opponents to chances worth a combined 0.55 expected goals (xG), while generating 2.63 xG themselves, highlighting their dominance at both ends of the pitch. Alonso's focus on a well-organized defense provides the platform for the team's attacking talents to flourish, making Real Madrid a formidable force this season.
This early-season form suggests that Real Madrid, under the guidance of Xabi Alonso, are well-equipped to challenge for major honors this season. The blend of attacking flair and defensive resilience makes them a difficult team to beat, and the emergence of young talents like Arda Guler further strengthens their squad depth. As the season progresses, it will be fascinating to see how Alonso continues to develop his team and whether they can maintain their impressive start.