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Real Madrid secured a 2-0 win at Real Valladolid as Karim Benzema scored two late goals including a penalty to move them a point clear of Barcelona at the ...

The decision sent the home team into a frenzy and Leon was sent off for dissent. "We did well in the first half and we controlled the game. Real were awarded a penalty in the 83rd minute for handball by Javi Sanchez.

Real Madrid moved top of La Liga with an unconvincing 2-0 win against 10-man Real Valladolid on Friday.

Five of those attempts came from at least as close to the goal as the penalty spot, underlining the visitors' late dominance in this match. Compare this with the devastating impact that the injuries to Mesa and Escudero had on Valladolid's performance. A huge miss by the French veteran. Friday's victory over Valladolid was a perfect demonstration of the champions' strength in depth. A full team of seasoned internationals started the match for Madrid, and yet manager Ancelotti was able to call on Rodrygo, Luka Modric, Aurelien Tchouameni and Eduardo Camavinga as second-half substitutes. In the furious aftermath, Sergio Leon was sent off.

After missing the last six weeks, Karim Benzema is returning to action against Valladolid, leading the line and captaining Real Madrid.

But Brazilian winger Vinicius Jr has retained his place after seeing his side exit the World Cup in the last eight. Players who lasted deep into the World Cup - Luka Modric, Aurelien Tchouameni and Eduardo Camavinga - are on the bench. But now, he's been fully cleared for action, and will feature from the start in Madrid's first league contest since the World Cup break.

Real Madrid star, Eduardo Camavinga, proved with his performance against Real Valladolid that he deserves more playing time moving forward.

But just like he showed in the World Cup final, and now against Real Valladolid, Camavinga is a difference maker and a very important part of this Real Madrid team. Ultimately, the opener came from the penalty spot, as Karim Benzema made no mistake after what had been a poor performance from him until that point. Fortunately, he was because bringing him on proved to be vital.

Both teams had several chances in the first half but superb goalkeeping from Valladolid's Jordi Masip and Real's Thibaut Courtois kept the game goalless at the ...

Valladolid played well and it was a competitive game. Courtois then made a brilliant save after 36 minutes when Alvaro Aguado tried a shot from the edge of the box towards the top left-hand corner and the Belgian kept it out one-handed. Both teams had several chances in the first half but superb goalkeeping from Valladolid’s Jordi Masip and Real’s Thibaut Courtois kept the game goalless at the break. There was a minute’s silence before kick-off for Brazilian great Pele, who died on Thursday aged 82, with the country’s former striker Ronaldo paying his respects in the stands. The decision sent the home team into a frenzy and Leon was sent off for dissent. Follow La Liga 2022 live updates with InsidesSport.IN

Lucas Vázquez won his 200th game with Real Madrid in match in Valladolid. The academy graduate has reached this milestone after playing 293 games, ...

Following his debut in September 2015 against Espanyol, Lucas Vázquez has won a remarkable 16 titles: 4 Champions Leagues, 3 Club World Cups, 3 European Super Cups, 3 Spanish Super Cups and 3 Spanish Super Cups. His record number of wins in one season is 38 in 2016/17 and the team he beat the most times is Celta (11 wins). Lucas Vázquez won his 200th game with Real Madrid in match in Valladolid.

A minutes silence was observed before kick-off in the Valladolid-Real Madrid game.

[in memory of Pelé](https://www.realmadrid.com/en/news/2022/12/29/official-statement-peles-passing). Video.Minute's silence in memory of Pelé 30/12/2022

Karim Benzema buried his World Cup nightmare with two late goals as Real Madrid defeated Valladolid 2-0 on Friday to go top of Spain's La Liga.

We won, which is positive, but there are plenty of things we have to improve on." "At times, I thought we were poor today. "He has come back a little rusty... Fourth last season, Sevilla have just two wins from 15 games this term. Last year, he would have scored one or two more goals." /CFP

Benzema had a subdued showing in his first competitive match since November 2 following injuries that had limited his availability for his club and finally ...

It was the 20-year-old Veiga’s fourth goal of the season. Brazil forward Vinícius Júnior closed his eyes and lifted his head upwards in midfield with the other players. He then got low to turn back León’s header in the 68th. Sevilla coach Jorge Sampaoli overhauled his attacking scheme after playmaker Isco Alarcón, who had been used as a “false nine” before the World Cup break, left the club by mutual agreement last week. I bet the Karim of last year would have scored even more goals, but it is good for him to get this double.” “Maybe he was lacking a bit of pace.

(Reuters) – Real Madrid secured a 2-0 win at Real Valladolid as Karim Benzema scored two late goals including a penalty to move them a point clear of ...

Benzema converted the penalty with ease. Real were awarded a penalty in the 83rd minute after a handball against Javi Sanchez. Ballon d’Or winner Benzema returned to the starting lineup after missing the World Cup for France, having suffered a thigh injury the day before the start of the tournament.

After missing out on the FIFA World Cup 2022, Karim Benzema returned to scoring ways as his two late goals gave Real Madrid a much needed 2-0 victory over ...

Real Madrid's goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois makes a save during a Spanish La Liga soccer match between Valladolid and Real Madrid at the Jose Zorrilla stadium in Valladolid, Spain. Real Madrid's Karim Benzema scores his side's second goal during a Spanish La Liga soccer match between Valladolid and Real Madrid at the Jose Zorrilla stadium in Valladolid, Spain. The victory moved Real one point clear at the top but Barcelona can reclaim pole position on Saturday when they take on city rivals Espanyol.

Karim Benzema scored his first goals since October to move Real Madrid one point clear of Barcelona.

We request you to support our award-winning journalism by making a financial contribution towards the Scroll Ground Reporting Fund. Last year, he would have scored one or two more goals.” On Friday, they came from a goal down with Kike Salas scoring the leveller on 54 minutes after they fell behind to a first-half strike from Gabri Veiga. However, he had to be patient with his first goal coming in the 83rd minute from a penalty awarded when Javi Sanchez was punished for handball. Helped by a red card for Valladolid’s Sergio Leon, Benzema then added his second of the night six minutes later from a pass by French compatriot Eduardo Camavinga. Ballon d’Or winner Benzema was selected in the French squad for the World Cup in Qatar but a thigh injury in training saw him forced to withdraw before the opening game.

Karim Benzema scored twice in the last 10 minutes to settle an uneasy Real Madrid as they picked up a 2-0 win against struggling Real Valladolid.

Courtois kept them in it, and their star striker found the net twice. Real were on the back foot for long periods, and relied on the sharp reflexes of Thibaut Courtois to keep them in the game. They found holes in a makeshift Madrid midfield trio, testing an often sloppy backline for most of proceedings.

In Madrid's first game back since the World Cup, the incident occurred in the 88th minute as Vinicius Jr was replaced by Luka Modric. As he walked past the ...

On the pitch, Madrid emerged victorious thanks to a late brace from Karim Benzema. [chanting 'Vinicius is a monkey' while one held up a racist doll](/sport/sportsnews/article-11225169/Atletico-Madrid-supporters-heard-chanting-Vinicius-monkey-ahead-Real-Madrid-match.html?ico=topics_pagination_desktop) in ugly scenes outside the Metropolitano Stadium, while further chants continued during the game. [Vinicius Jr was also the target of racist chants from Atletico fans in September](/sport/sportsnews/article-11225169/Atletico-Madrid-supporters-heard-chanting-Vinicius-monkey-ahead-Real-Madrid-match.html) [Real Madrid](/sport/teampages/real-madrid.html) winger Vinicius Jr appeared to be the target of racist abuse from Valladolid fans in his side's [2-0 LaLiga win on Friday night](/sport/football/article-11586795/Real-Valladolid-0-2-Real-Madrid-Karim-Benzemas-double-sees-Los-Blancos-top.html). The vile chants from Atletico fans came after Vinicius Jr was told to stop 'acting the monkey' after dancing during Madrid's win against Mallorca in September Vinicius Jr was the target of racist abuse from Atletico Madrid fans back in September Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr suffers alleged racist abuse during their win over Real Valladolid, with footage appearing to show the home fans aiming monkey chants at him as he was substituted in his first LaLiga game back after the World Cup

Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior has said La Liga “continues to do nothing” after appearing to suffer racist abuse against Real Valladolid.

Javier Tebas, president of La Liga, later responded to Vinicius with a tweet of his own. In the end it’s MY fault.” [@laliga]llevamos años luchando contra el RACISMO.

Real Madrid starVinícius Júnior criticized La Liga for its inaction toward addressing racist behavior by supporters. "Racists continue to go to stadiums and ...

"It was an unprecedented episode in football, but we are convinced that it will serve to promote a real change in the regulations." [persistent issue](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2005/may/08/europeanfootball.football) for years. Prior to Madrid's 2-1 win over rival Atlético Madrid in September, Atlético supporters [chanted](https://www.theguardian.com/football/2022/sep/18/atletico-real-madrid-vinicius-junior-racist-abuse), "Vinicius is a monkey" as they entered Cívitas Metropolitano. 🤙🏿 pic.twitter.com/5ztuTjP4s6 In the end it's MY fault." he wrote on Twitter (h/t The Athletic's

(Reuters) – Real Madrid's Brazilian forward Vinicius Jr on Saturday accused LaLiga of continuing to do nothing about racist fans at matches, after videos on ...

The league detailed how it had addressed incidents of racist abuse towards players in the past and said it will continue to fight against “the scourge of violence, racism, xenophobia and intolerance in sport”. “LaLiga has detected racist insults from the stands of the Zorrilla stadium, published on social networks,” the Spanish top-flight league said. “Racists continue to go to stadiums and watch the biggest club in the world up close and LaLiga continues to do nothing,” Vinicius wrote on Twitter.

"Racists continue to go to stadiums and watch the biggest club in the world up close and LaLiga continues to do nothing," Vinicius wrote on Twitter.

The league detailed how it had addressed incidents of racist abuse towards players in the past and said it will continue to fight against “the scourge of violence, racism, xenophobia and intolerance in sport”. “LaLiga has detected racist insults from the stands of the Zorrilla stadium, published on social networks,” the Spanish top-flight league said. “Racists continue to go to stadiums and watch the biggest club in the world up close and LaLiga continues to do nothing,” Vinicius wrote on Twitter.

WHAT HAPPENED? Real Madrid's young Brazilian winger has said La Liga "continues to do nothing" about racist abuse as he was reportedly the victim once again ...

WHAT THEY SAID: "Racists continue to go to stadiums and watch the biggest club in the world up close and La Liga continues to do nothing... Videos emerged on social media showed a number of Valladolid fans making racist chants and throwing objects at the player. Real Madrid's young Brazilian winger has said La Liga "continues to do nothing" about racist abuse as he was reportedly the victim once again in their match against Valladolid.

Vinicius Junior has already proven himself more than capable of speaking out against racial abuse, but after Real Madrid's victory over Real Valladolid on ...

He shone in Madrid's tough victory over Valladolid, which took them to the top of the La Liga standings. I will continue to keep my head high while celebrating my victories and Real Madrid's, in the end it's always my fault. He said: "Racists keep being allowed in stadiums to watch the best club in the world up close and LaLiga continues to do nothing... Vinicius clearly feels as though he is not receiving adequate support from the institutions with the power to do something, and his Instagram post is an expression of that frustration. This is far from the first time that Vinicius has been the victim of racial abuse, nor indeed the first time that he has spoken out. Vinicius is clearly frustrated at the lack of progress on this issue which continues to raise its head this season.

Real Madrid conducted some transfer business in early December, but could still dip into the January transfer market - here's six players Los Blancos could ...

Endrick, although only 16, is being lined up to be the Ballon d'Or winner's long-term replacement. In the meantime, there's work to be done. The bad news for Madrid fans is the striker will have to wait 18 months before he moves to Santiago Bernabeu.

Real Madrid got the better of Manchester City in the UEFA Champions League last season, in what was a thrilling tie between two of the best sides in Europe ...

Of course, if Real Madrid are to let Mendy go, they will need to bring in reinforcements first. Mendy’s Real Madrid future is rumoured to be up in the air at this point of time. It must be pointed out that they have fallen behind in the Premier League title race to Arsenal.

The Real Madrid forward's claim that La Liga are 'doing nothing' about racist abuse was met with an angry response from the league's president.

[mentioned in the statement](https://www.laliga.com/noticias/nota-informativa-no-al-racismo), three involved chants directed at Vinícius. “These events will be reported to the Anti-Violence Commission and the Hate Crimes Prosecutor’s Office, as has been done on other occasions.” “At La Liga, I’ve been fighting racism for years,” Tebas wrote. The president of La Liga, Javier Tebas, responded to Vinícius with a strongly-worded tweet labelling his accusations as “unfair and untrue”. Vinícius posted a statement online after videos on social media showed fans shouting abuse and throwing objects at him during Real Madrid’s 2-0 away win. “I will continue with my head held high and celebrating my victories and those of Madrid.”