Real Madrid vs Girona La Liga Match Report and Highlights

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Real Madrid moved level on points with La Liga leaders FC Barcelona after defeating Girona 2-0 on Sunday evening at the Santiago Bernabeu. The match saw Luka Modric score a stunning goal to help send Real Madrid second in La Liga, ending a run of three games without a win. Modric opened the scoring by controlling the ball on his chest and smashing a half-volley past Girona goalkeeper Paulo Gazzaniga from 25 yards. This stunning strike was a highlight of the match, showcasing Modric's skill and technique.

Before Modric's goal, former Manchester United midfielder Donny van de Beek forced Real keeper Thibaut Courtois into a fine one-handed save after he latched on to Arnaut Danjuma's flick. In the second half, Lucas Vazquez had Gazzaniga desperately diving across his goal but his powerful strike drifted inches wide of the post. Danjuma missed a huge opportunity to level for the visitors when he was played through in the 56th minute but he curled the ball wide of Courtois' near post. The match also saw the return of defender David Alaba, who started his first game in 434 days after recovering from an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury.

Vinicius Junior wrapped up the three points with a composed finish after being played through on goal by Kylian Mbappe in the 83rd minute. The Real faithful were happy to welcome back Alaba, and the team's performance was a testament to their teamwork and strategy. Up next for the European champions is a trip to San Sebastian on Wednesday when they take on Real Sociedad in the Copa del Rey semi-finals. The match against Girona was a crucial win for Real Madrid, as they look to maintain their position in the league and make a strong push for the title.

The La Liga standings currently have Barcelona occupying top spot, with Real Madrid second on goal difference, and Atletico Madrid a point adrift in third. The match between Real Madrid and Girona was a highly anticipated one, with many fans tuning in to watch the highlights and analysis. For those who missed the match, the highlights are available on various sports websites and channels, including Supersport and BBC Sport. The match stats and analysis are also available, providing fans with a deeper look into the game and the teams' performances.

Here are the match scores and standings:

• Real Madrid vs Girona: 2-0
• La Liga standings:
  1. Barcelona: 1st
  2. Real Madrid: 2nd
  3. Atletico Madrid: 3rd

The upcoming schedule for Real Madrid includes a trip to San Sebastian to face Real Sociedad in the Copa del Rey semi-finals, and fans are eagerly awaiting the match to see how the team will perform.