Gonzalo García Hat-Trick Inspires Real Madrid to 5-1 Rout of Real Betis

Real Madrid delivered a commanding performance to kick off the new year, defeating Real Betis 5-1 at the Santiago Bernabéu in Matchday 18 of LaLiga EA Sports.

Young forward Gonzalo García stole the headlines with a hat-trick, scoring in the 20th, 50th, and 82nd minutes – marking his first three goals for the senior team. Raúl Asencio added to the tally with a header in the 56th minute, while Fran García sealed the rout in stoppage time (90'+3).

Real Betis pulled one back through Cucho Hernández in the 66th minute, but it proved merely a consolation as the visitors were outclassed throughout.

Under manager Xabi Alonso, Real Madrid showcased attacking flair and control, reducing the gap to league leaders Barcelona to four points. The victory extends their strong home form and keeps them firmly in the title race.

The result leaves Real Madrid in second place with 45 points, while Real Betis remain in sixth with 28 points.