Real Madrid Secure Hard-Fought Victory Over Rayo Vallecano to Tighten Grip on La Liga
MADRID, SPAIN – In a capital derby that proved more challenging than many anticipated, league leaders Real Madrid secured a crucial 2-0 victory over a resilient Rayo Vallecano side at the Santiago Bernabéu on Sunday afternoon. The win, anchored by a first-half penalty from Karim Benzema and a late clincher from Rodrygo Goes, extends Los …