Two goals from French striker Kylian Mbappé in the second half, the last in stoppage time from the penalty spot, allowed Real Madrid to win their visit to Villarreal, solidify the recovery experienced since Álvaro Arbeloa's arrival on the bench, and go to sleep as leaders. After a dynamic first half played on even terms, the Madrid side, which is regaining the initiative in La Liga pending Barcelona's match against Oviedo, showed its most solid and cohesive version in the second half, controlling the match with little difficulty to preserve its lead against a rival that still cannot score points against the big teams this season. Both teams showed their cards from the start with two similar tactical approaches. 93': Mbappé, from the penalty spot. Referee: César Soto Grado (Rioja Committee).
