Thu Feb 06 02:01:52 UTC 2025: ## Real Madrid Edge Past Leganés in Thrilling Copa del Rey Clash

**Leganés, Spain** – Real Madrid survived a major scare in the Copa del Rey quarterfinals, escaping with a dramatic 3-2 victory over second-division Leganés thanks to a late winner. Luka Modrić opened the scoring early for the visitors, followed by a quick strike from Endrick to put Real Madrid 2-0 up. However, Leganés fought back, with Juan Cruz scoring a penalty before equalizing with a deflected shot. The match appeared destined for extra time until Gonzalo García headed home a Brahim Díaz cross deep into stoppage time, securing a hard-fought win for the reigning La Liga champions. The victory sends Real Madrid into the next round of the Copa del Rey.

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