In a thrilling encounter at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Real Madrid CF secured a comfortable 2-0 victory against Athletic Club in the latest La Liga fixture. The match saw Brazilian sensation Rodrygo stealing the spotlight with a stunning brace, ensuring three crucial points for the home side.

The opening minutes of the game witnessed Real Madrid’s attacking prowess on full display, as Rodrygo wasted no time in making his mark. In just the 8th minute, the young forward found the back of the net with a clinical finish, sending the home crowd into a frenzy.

Despite Athletic Club’s resilient defense, Real Madrid continued to dominate possession and create scoring opportunities throughout the first half. However, the visitors managed to hold their ground, limiting the hosts to a narrow lead heading into the halftime break.

As the second half commenced, Athletic Club showed signs of resurgence, pressing forward in search of an equalizer. Yet, their efforts were thwarted by Real Madrid’s solid defensive display, led by captain Sergio Ramos.

However, it was Rodrygo who once again stole the spotlight in the 73rd minute, doubling Real Madrid’s lead with another well-taken goal. The Brazilian’s exquisite display of skill and composure left Athletic Club’s defense stunned and effectively sealed the fate of the match.

Despite their best efforts, Athletic Club failed to mount a significant comeback, as Real Madrid held firm to secure all three points. The victory further solidifies Real Madrid’s position in the race for the La Liga title, as they continue to chase league leaders.

Speaking after the match, Real Madrid manager expressed his satisfaction with the team’s performance, particularly praising Rodrygo for his decisive contributions. He emphasized the importance of maintaining consistency in the upcoming fixtures to stay competitive in the league.