In a gripping LaLiga encounter on May 14, 2025, Real Madrid secured a 2-1 victory against Mallorca at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. The match’s decisive moment came in the fifth minute of stoppage time when Jacobo Ramón, making his first league start, volleyed home the winner after Mallorca failed to clear a cross inside their box. This last-minute goal not only gave Real Madrid all three points but also postponed Barcelona’s title celebrations, keeping the title race alive for at least another day.
Match Overview
Mallorca took an early lead in the 11th minute through defender Martin Valjent, who finished smartly from inside the box. Despite dominating possession and creating numerous chances, Real Madrid found themselves frustrated by Mallorca’s resilient defense and an outstanding performance from goalkeeper Leo Román, who made 11 saves throughout the match.
Real Madrid, dealing with injuries to 12 key players, continued to press and finally found an equalizer in the 68th minute thanks to a brilliant solo effort from Kylian Mbappé. The French star broke into the box and fired a powerful shot into the bottom corner, leveling the scores and reigniting Madrid’s hopes.
As the match entered stoppage time, Real Madrid’s persistence paid off when Jacobo Ramón capitalized on a defensive error, volleying in the decisive goal and sending the Bernabéu into celebration.
Key Moments
- 11th Minute: Martin Valjent scores for Mallorca, giving the visitors a shock lead.
- 68th Minute: Kylian Mbappé equalizes with a superb individual goal.
- 90+5th Minute: Jacobo Ramón scores the winner for Real Madrid in stoppage time.
Impact on LaLiga Title Race
The result means Real Madrid move to 78 points, four behind leaders Barcelona, who have a game in hand. Had the match ended in a draw, Barcelona would have been crowned champions due to their superior head-to-head record. Now, the title race continues, with Barcelona needing a win against Espanyol to secure their 28th LaLiga title.
Match Statistics
- Possession: Real Madrid dominated with over 72% of the ball.
- Shots: Madrid registered 39 attempts compared to Mallorca’s 4.
- Corners: 26 in favor of Real Madrid.
- Saves: Leo Román (Mallorca) made 11 crucial saves.
Player of the Match
Jacobo Ramón emerged as the unlikely hero, scoring the match-winning goal on his first league start. His composure in the final moments underlined the depth and determination in Carlo Ancelotti’s squad.
Conclusion
Real Madrid’s 2-1 win over Mallorca was a testament to their resilience and fighting spirit. With the title race still mathematically alive, all eyes now turn to Barcelona’s next fixture. For Mallorca, the defeat means a missed opportunity to climb into European contention, while Real Madrid live to fight another day in the pursuit of LaLiga glory.
