Real Madrid secured a thrilling 4-1 comeback victory over Espanyol in their La Liga match on September 21, 2024. The match initially seemed to be slipping away when Thibaut Courtois accidentally turned a low cross into his own net, giving Espanyol a surprising lead early in the second half. However, Real Madrid quickly regained control, with Dani Carvajal netting the equalizer just four minutes later after a mistake by Espanyol’s goal keeper The game’s momentum shifted decisively when Vinícius Jr., coming off the bench, contributed significantly by assisting Rodrygo’s goal in the 75th minute before scoring himself three minutes later. Kylian Mbappé sealed the victory with a penalty in the 90th minute
.Carlo Ancelotti praised his team’s resilience and attacking prowess, emphasizing how the victory reflected their growing rhythm and determination. The win keeps Real Madrid’s unbeaten run alive as they continue to chase league leaders Barcelona.