Sun May 04 11:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Real Madrid Cruise to Victory Over Celta Vigo, Closing Gap on Barcelona
**Madrid, Spain** – Real Madrid secured a comfortable 2-0 victory over Celta Vigo at the Santiago Bernabéu on May 4th, narrowing the gap on league leaders Barcelona to four points. Goals from Arda Güler and Kylian Mbappé in the first half proved decisive, leaving Real Madrid in a strong position.
Mbappé, who has now scored 35 goals in 52 appearances for the club this season, added another impressive performance to his tally, capitalizing on a brilliant assist from Güler. Güler himself had an outstanding game, showcasing his skill and contributing both a goal and an assist.
Celta Vigo, currently seventh in the table and aiming for a European spot, started brightly but Real Madrid’s quickfire double strike early in the second half deflated their efforts. Despite late substitutions and a determined effort, Celta Vigo were unable to penetrate Real Madrid’s defense.
Real Madrid dominated possession throughout the match, showcasing their attacking prowess and defensive solidity. While Mbappé’s goal was the highlight, the overall team performance was praised, with Güler receiving particular acclaim for his impactful contribution. The victory leaves Real Madrid with renewed hope in their pursuit of Barcelona. BBC Sport users will be able to rate the players’ performances in the coming 30 minutes.
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