A Historical Night At The Bernabeu

Real Madrid Crowned Champions with 5-0 Victory over Alavés

A Historical Night at the Bernabéu

On Tuesday, May 14, 2024, Real Madrid secured their 36th La Liga title with an emphatic 5-0 victory over Deportivo Alavés at Estadio Santiago Bernabéu. The match, which kicked off at 21:30 CET (local time in Spain), was a decisive moment in the season as Real Madrid cemented their place at the top of the league table.

Dominant Performance from the Champions

From the outset, Real Madrid dictated the pace of the game, dominating possession and creating numerous scoring opportunities. Alavés, meanwhile, struggled to find their rhythm and were unable to pose a significant threat to the home team's defense. The Merengues' relentless pressure eventually paid off in the first half when they found the back of the net three times. Karim Benzema opened the scoring in the 25th minute, followed by goals from Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo in the 35th and 45th minutes, respectively.

At halftime, Real Madrid had a comfortable 3-0 lead and were firmly in control of the match. Alavés came out with renewed determination in the second half, but their efforts were met with strong resistance from the Real Madrid defense. As the game progressed, the home team continued to create chances and eventually added two more goals to their tally. Benzema netted his second goal of the night in the 75th minute, while Marco Asensio sealed the victory with a stunning strike in the 80th minute.

Alavés rue missed opportunities

Despite a valiant effort in the second half, Alavés were unable to overcome the deficit and ultimately paid the price for their poor performance in the first 45 minutes. The Basque club had several chances to score but failed to capitalize, with several shots going wide or being saved by Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois.

A Night to Remember

The 5-0 victory was a fitting celebration for Real Madrid as they claimed their 36th La Liga title. The triumph was particularly special for manager Carlo Ancelotti, who became the first manager in history to win all five major European leagues (Serie A, Premier League, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, and La Liga). The Bernabéu crowd erupted in joy as the final whistle blew, and the players and staff celebrated their hard-earned victory.

Real Madrid's triumph is a testament to their consistency and resilience throughout the season. With this victory, they have established themselves as one of the dominant forces in European football. Alavés, on the other hand, will need to reflect on their performance and seek improvements to avoid a similar fate in the future.