Mbappé and Güler Shine as Real Madrid Edge Celta Vigo 3-2 to Stay in La Liga Title Race

Real Madrid secured a crucial 3-2 victory over Celta Vigo today at the Santiago Bernabéu, keeping their La Liga title hopes alive.

Arda Güler opened the scoring in the 33rd minute with a precise left-footed strike following a short corner routine. Kylian Mbappé added two goals, the first in the 39th minute after a lobbed pass from Jude Bellingham, and the second in the 48th minute, assisted by Güler. Celta Vigo responded with goals from Javi Rodríguez in the 69th minute and Williot Swedberg in the 76th minute, narrowing the deficit to 3-2.

Mbappé's brace brings his league tally to 24 goals, just one behind Barcelona's Robert Lewandowski. Arda Güler not only scored but also provided an assist, showcasing his growing influence in the team. Goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois made crucial saves in the closing stages to preserve the lead.

With this win, Real Madrid remains four points behind league leaders Barcelona, who defeated Valladolid 2-1 on Saturday. The upcoming El Clásico next weekend at Montjuïc is pivotal; a victory for Madrid would reduce the gap to a single point with three matches remaining.