The 2024-25 La Liga season witnessed an exhilarating clash between Celta Vigo and Real Madrid on October 20, 2024. Both teams entered the match with different ambitions—Real Madrid striving to maintain their dominance and Celta Vigo aiming to bounce back after recent setbacks. Real Madrid, with a strong 7-3-0 record and 24 points, looked to keep their title hopes alive. Celta Vigo, on the other hand, had a 4-1-5 record, sitting at 13 points and seeking a crucial win to climb up the standings. The match promised to be a battle of strategy, skill, and endurance.
Celt Vigo vs Real Madrid Head to Head
Historically, Real Madrid dominated this fixture, having won all of the last five encounters against Celta Vigo. The most recent clash ended with Real Madrid winning 4-0 in March 2024. Meanwhile, Celta Vigo has struggled to break through the relentless Madrid defense, but they were determined to change the narrative in this matchup.
Celt Vigo vs Real Madrid Lineups
Celta Vigo (3-4-3 Formation)
- Vicente Guaita (GK)
- Carl Starfelt
- Marcos Alonso
- Javier Manquillo
- Hugo Álvarez
- Hugo Sotelo
- Fran Beltrán
- Óscar Mingueza
- Borja Iglesias
- Williot Swedberg
- Jonathan Bamba
Substitutes:
- Pablo Durán
- Tasos Douvikas
- Alfon González
- Javi Rodríguez
- Damián Rodríguez
- Franco Cervi
- Iván Villar
Real Madrid (3-4-2-1 Formation)
- Thibaut Courtois (GK)
- Aurélien Tchouaméni
- Antonio Rüdiger
- Éder Militão
- Fran García
- Eduardo Camavinga
- Federico Valverde
- Lucas Vázquez
- Vinícius Júnior
- Jude Bellingham
- Kylian Mbappé
Substitutes:
- Luka Modric
- Dani Ceballos
- Rodrygo
- Ferland Mendy
- Andriy Lunin
- Sergio Mestre
Celt Vigo vs Real Madrid First Half
The match began with Real Madrid asserting dominance early on. In the 20th minute, Kylian Mbappé opened the scoring with a spectacular right-footed shot from outside the box, assisted by Eduardo Camavinga. Celta Vigo responded with increased pressure, but their attempts, including a close header by Borja Iglesias, were thwarted by Courtois. Real Madrid ended the first half leading 1-0.
Celt Vigo vs Real Madrid Second Half
Celta Vigo made tactical changes and started the second half with greater intent. Their efforts paid off in the 51st minute when Williot Swedberg scored, leveling the match 1-1. The goal, assisted by Óscar Mingueza, brought the crowd to life and gave Vigo renewed hope.
However, Real Madrid’s resilience shone through once again. In the 66th minute, Vinícius Júnior slotted home a right-footed shot from the center of the box after a brilliant through ball from Luka Modric, putting Madrid back in the lead. Despite Celta Vigo’s valiant attempts, including several close misses by Tasos Douvikas and Jonathan Bamba, Real Madrid held on to secure a 2-1 victory.
Celt Vigo vs Real Madrid Full Time
Celta Vigo 1-2 Real Madrid
- Goals:
- Celta Vigo: Williot Swedberg (51’)
- Real Madrid: Kylian Mbappé (20’), Vinícius Júnior (66’)
Celt Vigo vs Real Madrid Stats
| Statistic | Celta Vigo | Real Madrid |
| Possession | 47% | 53% |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 3 |
| Shot Attempts | 13 | 10 |
| Fouls | 16 | 13 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 1 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Corner Kicks | 6 | 2 |
| Saves | 1 | 4 |
Celt Vigo vs Real Madrid Timeline
- 20’: Goal! Kylian Mbappé scores for Real Madrid with a powerful shot from outside the box. (0-1)
- 51’: Goal! Williot Swedberg levels the score for Celta Vigo, finishing a cross from Óscar Mingueza. (1-1)
- 66’: Goal! Vinícius Júnior restores Real Madrid’s lead after receiving a through ball from Luka Modric. (1-2)
Celta Vigo continued to push hard in the final stages, with Tasos Douvikas and Alfon González coming close to scoring. However, Real Madrid’s defense held firm, securing the three points.
Celt Vigo vs Real Madrid Impact on Points Table
- Real Madrid: With this victory, Real Madrid extends their unbeaten run and stays at the top of the table with 27 points from 11 matches.
- Celta Vigo: Despite the loss, Celta Vigo remains at 13 points, but they drop slightly in the standings, moving closer to the relegation zone.
Celt Vigo vs Real Madrid Player Achievements and Man of the Match
- Celt Vigo vs Real Madrid Man of the Match: Vinícius Júnior was awarded the Man of the Match for his match-winning goal and dynamic play throughout.
- Notable Performances:
- Williot Swedberg: Scored the equalizer for Celta Vigo, showing sharp positioning.
- Thibaut Courtois: Key saves, especially in the second half, kept Real Madrid in the lead.
Celt Vigo vs Real Madrid Commentary
Improved Commentary:
Full-Time: Real Madrid secure a narrow 2-1 victory over Celta Vigo, thanks to late goals from Vinícius Júnior. The home side fought valiantly, but couldn’t find a late equalizer.
90’+6′: The match concludes. Real Madrid emerge victorious.
90’+5′: Vinícius Júnior is cautioned for a foul on Damián Rodríguez.
90’+2′: Douvikas misses another chance for Celta, his shot sailing wide of the left post.
90’+1′: Marcos Alonso is shown a yellow card for a foul on Dani Ceballos.
90′: Five minutes of added time will be played.
87′: Luka Modric is booked for a foul on Pablo Durán.
87′: Damián Rodríguez replaces Fran Beltrán for Celta Vigo.
82′: Hugo Sotelo is shown a yellow card for a foul on Dani Ceballos.
82′: Dani Ceballos replaces Kylian Mbappé for Real Madrid.
79′: Alfon González’s shot is blocked.
78′: Tasos Douvikas and Pablo Durán come on for Borja Iglesias and Jonathan Bamba for Celta.
77′: Jude Bellingham is injured and the game is temporarily halted.
75′: Lucas Vázquez is shown a yellow card for a foul on Alfon González.
74′: Vinícius Júnior wins a free kick after a foul by Hugo Sotelo.
72′: Alfon González and Javi Rodríguez replace Williot Swedberg and Javier Manquillo for Celta Vigo.
70′: Óscar Mingueza’s header goes over the bar.
70′: Ferland Mendy replaces Fran García for Real Madrid.
69′: Jonathan Bamba’s shot is saved by the Real Madrid goalkeeper.
66′: Vinícius Júnior scores the winning goal for Real Madrid, converting a through ball from Luka Modric.
63′: Luka Modric and Rodrygo replace Federico Valverde and Eduardo Camavinga for Real Madrid.
58′: Williot Swedberg is fouled by Eduardo Camavinga.
57′: Borja Iglesias is caught offside.
53′: Éder Militão wins a free kick after a foul by Borja Iglesias.
51′: Williot Swedberg scores for Celta Vigo, reducing the deficit to 1-2.
50′: Óscar Mingueza is fouled by Eduardo Camavinga.
47′: Jude Bellingham wins a free kick after a foul by Marcos Alonso.
46′: Jude Bellingham’s shot misses wide of the left post.
45′: The second half begins.
45’+1′: Óscar Mingueza wins a free kick after a foul by Kylian Mbappé.
41′: Vinícius Júnior’s shot goes just wide of the top left corner.
40′: Borja Iglesias’ header misses wide of the left post after a corner.
38′: Federico Valverde wins a free kick after a foul by Hugo Sotelo.
36′: A corner is awarded to Real Madrid.
35′: Eduardo Camavinga’s shot goes over the bar.
31′: A corner is awarded to Celta Vigo.
27′: Borja Iglesias is injured and the game is temporarily halted.
24′: Marcos Alonso’s shot is blocked.
22′: Carl Starfelt wins a free kick after a foul by Kylian Mbappé.
20′: Kylian Mbappé scores the opening goal for Real Madrid, converting a pass from Eduardo Camavinga.
17′: Vinícius Júnior’s shot goes high and wide.
16′: Hugo Sotelo’s shot is blocked.
15′: A corner is awarded to Real Madrid.
13′: Borja Iglesias wins a free kick after a foul by Aurélien Tchouaméni.
11′: Jonathan Bamba wins a free kick after a foul by Vinícius Júnior.
9′: Federico Valverde’s shot is saved by the Celta Vigo goalkeeper.
8′: Marcos Alonso’s shot is blocked.
8′: Williot Swedberg’s shot is saved by the Celta Vigo goalkeeper.
5′: Vinícius Júnior wins a free kick after a foul by Óscar Mingueza.
4′: Williot Swedberg is caught offside.
2′: Javier Manquillo wins a free kick after a foul by Vinícius Júnior.
1′: The match begins.
The thrilling encounter between Celta Vigo and Real Madrid showcased the competitive nature of the 2024-25 La Liga season. Real Madrid’s clinical finishing and tactical discipline once again proved decisive. For Celta Vigo, it was another missed opportunity, but their spirited performance showed promise. The result kept Real Madrid’s title aspirations intact, while Celta Vigo continues to seek stability in the mid-table battle.
FAQs
- How many goals were scored in the Celt Vigo vs Real Madrid match?
A total of three goals were scored—two by Real Madrid and one by Celta Vigo. - Who scored for Real Madrid in the Celt Vigo vs Real Madrid match?
Kylian Mbappé opened the scoring for Real Madrid, and Vinícius Júnior netted the winner. - How did Celta Vigo perform in the Celt Vigo vs Real Madrid match?
Celta Vigo showed resilience, particularly after leveling the match, but they couldn’t capitalize on their chances in the final stages. - What impact did the Celt Vigo vs Real Madrid match have on the points table?
Real Madrid solidified their top position, while Celta Vigo remained mid-table but in danger of slipping further. - Who was the Man of the Match in the Celt Vigo vs Real Madrid match?
Vinícius Júnior was awarded Man of the Match for his winning goal and overall performance.
