Luka Modric Shines as Real Madrid Defeats Girona 2-0 in La Liga
Real Madrid secured a 2-0 victory over Girona in a La Liga clash at the Santiago Bernabéu on February 23, 2025, with veteran midfielder Luka Modric stealing the spotlight. The win lifted Real Madrid to second place in the league standings, level on points with Barcelona but trailing on head-to-head results.
Modric, 39, delivered a man-of-the-match performance, scoring a stunning first-half volley in the 41st minute. The goal came after a Girona clearance from a corner fell to Modric, who chested the ball and unleashed an unstoppable strike into the top corner. The Croatian midfielder dominated the game, finishing with a team-high 126 touches, 112 passes, and six key passes. His leadership and precision were instrumental in Real Madrid’s control of the match.
The second goal came in the 83rd minute when Vinícius Júnior capitalized on a well-timed pass, slotting the ball past Girona’s goalkeeper. Despite missing several chances, Vinícius’s contribution was crucial, and his assist to Vinícius highlighted his growing influence as a forward.
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti praised Modric’s performance, comparing him to AC Milan legend Paolo Maldini and expressing confidence that the Croatian could continue playing at the highest level into his 40s. Ancelotti emphasized Modric’s professionalism, commitment, and genetic advantage as key factors in his longevity.
The victory ended a three-game winless streak for Real Madrid, providing a much-needed boost ahead of their upcoming Copa del Rey semi-final clash against Real Sociedad. With Modric in fine form, Real Madrid will look to build on this performance as they continue their pursuit of silverware this season.
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