Mbappé’s 15th goal, set up by Güler, rescued Madrid in a sluggish match. Vinícius came on in the second half and proved decisive.

Kylian Mbappe found the back of the net again and Vinicius Jr baited two red cards as Real Madrid beat Getafe, 1-0. Los Blancos were dragged into a rather ugly contest, but the Frenchman's second half goal saw them get the job done and go two points clear atop La Liga.

Real Madrid secured a hard-fought 1-0 win over Getafe at Estadio Coliseum on Sunday evening to go back to the top of the La Liga standings. Manager Xabi Alonso made several changes to the side that started the win over Villarreal, including naming Rodrygo in the starting XI for the first time in a league game since August.

Vinícius Júnior has struck twice and Kylian Mbappé scored before going off injured as Real Madrid beat third-placed Villarreal 3-1 to move on top of La Liga.

Cristiano Ronaldo, at 40, continues as the world's highest-paid player, earning $280 million with Al Nassr. The seasoned athlete surpasses young Real Madrid star, Kylian Mbappe, who trails significantly behind the Portuguese star.