Real Madrid To The Top Of The Standings Through Vazquez's Goals In The Last Minute

JAKARTA - Real Madrid closed the Spanish La Liga competition by winning an important 1-0 victory over Deportivo Alaves in the match at the Mendizorroza Stadium, Friday, December 22 in the morning WIB. Lucas Vazquez's single goal also led Madrid who had to play with 10 people from the 54th minute to the top of the standings.

Girona had to be willing to let go of the standings throne at the end of the year. They were forced to step down before the league took the Christmas and New Year holidays after drawing 1-1 against Real Betis.

The draw still secured their position at the top. But a few hours later, Madrid won one goal which immediately changed the position of the two teams.

Victory over Alaves made Madrid move up to the throne after pocketing 45 points. Same as Girona, but Madrid are ahead on goal difference.

Meanwhile, Alaves is at the bottom and has received threats from relegation zone teams.

Alaves, who are ranked 16th, only have 16 points. They are only three points ahead of Celta Vigo who is in 18th position with 13 points.

In that match, Madrid seemed to lose their sharpness. The Rodrygo and Brahim Diaz duo struggled to face the strong defense of Alaves.

Likewise, winger Jude Bellingham failed to show his best performance. This England international also failed to score.

On the other hand, Madrid's defense is actually less solid. Luckily, Alaves' attack lacked a target and rarely endangered the visitors' defense.

When Madrid still had trouble scoring, they instead lost a player. centre-back Nacho got a red card after fouling Samu Omorodion in the 54th minute.

Despite playing with 10 people, Madrid still controlled the game. Even towards the end of the match, Los Blancos managed to score a goal.

Madrid's goal was scored by Vazquez du minute 90+2. The right-back met Toni Kroos' cross and his header was saved by goalkeeper Antonio Sivera. Score 1-0 for Madrid and close the game.