Real Madrid secure victory over Racing Santander amid VAR penalty controversy
Real Madrid defeated Racing Santander 3-0, but the match was marred by a contentious penalty decision involving Kylian Mbappé.
Real Madrid continued their recent progress under José Mourinho with a commanding 3-0 away victory against Racing Santander at El Sardinero. Kylian Mbappé opened the scoring from the penalty spot, followed by a Jude Bellingham strike and a powerful finish from Yan Diomande to seal the win.
Penalty controversy sparks frustration
The match was not without tension, particularly regarding the opening goal. Racing manager José Alberto expressed significant frustration over the decision to award a penalty to Mbappé, which stood after a VAR review.
"If 100 people watch the penalty on Mbappé, 98 say it is not."
José Alberto
Despite the controversy, the visitors dominated proceedings. Bellingham was instrumental, marking his 50th goal for the club, while Diomande continued his impressive form, becoming the first Madrid player this season to record at least four goals and four assists across all competitions. The result moves Madrid within three points of league leaders Barcelona.
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