Kylian Mbappé finally found the back of the net for Real Madrid in their La Liga campaign, leading his team to a 2-0 victory over Real Betis. This win was crucial for Madrid after a slow start to the season, where they dropped points in their earlier matches.
Mbappé Breaks His Goal Drought
After three matches without scoring, the pressure was on Kylian Mbappé to deliver. Real Madrid had dropped points against Mallorca and Las Palmas, partly due to Mbappé’s struggle to find his scoring form. However, in their match against Real Betis, Mbappé broke his goal drought in style.
In the 67th minute, a brilliant flick from Federico Valverde set up Mbappé, who powered the ball into the net, giving Madrid a 1-0 lead. This goal lifted the spirits of the team and the fans at Santiago Bernabéu.
Just eight minutes later, Mbappé doubled the lead from the penalty spot. His calm and composed finish secured all three points for Real Madrid, marking a significant turnaround for both the player and the team.
Girona and Getafe Secure Important Points
In other La Liga action, Girona continued their strong start to the season with a 2-0 victory over Sevilla. Iván Martín opened the scoring in the 41st minute, and Abel Ruiz sealed the win with a penalty late in the game.
Meanwhile, Getafe and Real Sociedad played out a goalless draw in Madrid. Both teams had opportunities to score, but strong defensive performances kept the game level.
Osasuna edged out Celta Vigo in a thrilling 3-2 victory, while Alavés earned a 2-0 win at home against Las Palmas.
Harry Kane Scores in Bayern Munich’s Win
Over in the Bundesliga, Harry Kane scored his first goal of the season for Bayern Munich in a 2-0 victory over Freiburg. Kane, who took a penalty in the 38th minute, showed his composure as he fired home, giving Bayern the lead.
Later in the match, Thomas Müller, who came on as a substitute, scored Bayern’s second goal, marking his 710th appearance for the club, which is a new record.
Juventus and Roma Draw in Serie A
In Italy, Juventus and Roma battled to a 0-0 draw at Allianz Stadium. Both teams had chances, but neither could break the deadlock, resulting in a share of the points.
Elsewhere in Serie A, Cesc Fàbregas’ team Como remained at the bottom of the table after a 1-0 loss to Udinese. Verona secured a 2-0 victory against Genoa, and Robin Gosens scored a crucial stoppage-time goal for Fiorentina to earn a 2-2 draw with Monza.
PSG Continues Winning Streak in Ligue 1
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) maintained their perfect start in Ligue 1 with a 3-1 win over Lille. Vitinha put PSG ahead with a penalty in the 33rd minute, and three minutes later, Bradley Barcola scored a stunning individual goal, making it 2-0. Barcola carried the ball forward, exchanged passes with Marco Asensio, and curled it into the bottom corner.
Lille tried to mount a comeback with a goal from Edon Zhegrova, but PSG sealed the win when Randal Kolo Muani headed in the final goal late in the game.
In other Ligue 1 matches, Monaco and Lens drew 1-1, while Nice delivered a strong performance, winning 4-1 against Angers.
The Guardian’s Stand on Gambling Ads
The start of the new football season brings excitement, but it also highlights the increasing presence of gambling advertisements. In the Premier League, 11 out of 20 teams have betting companies as their main shirt sponsors. However, The Guardian has taken a strong stand against this trend.
Since June 2023, The Guardian has banned all gambling advertisements across its platforms. This decision was made after extensive reporting on the harmful effects of gambling addiction. While this move has come at a financial cost, The Guardian remains committed to responsible journalism, and this stand has been supported by its readers.
As the football season unfolds, The Guardian will continue to provide in-depth coverage of the sport, free from the influence of gambling ads. Readers who enjoy this coverage are encouraged to support The Guardian, helping to ensure that quality sports journalism remains accessible to all.
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