The match ends at the Bernabéu

Real Madrid routs Elche 4-1.

Here is Arda Güler's stunning goal for Real Madrid

With a long-range strike, the midfielder sealed Real Madrid's 4-1 victory over Elche.

Goal for Elche

Own goal by Ángel; the defender was unable to avoid contact following a turnover by Camavinga.

Real Madrid's third goal goes in

66'. Dean Huijsen capitalizes on the defensive lapses—this is already shaping up to be a rout.

Second half begins

Real Madrid leads Elche 2-0.

Goal of Real Madrid 

45' Fede Valverde receives the ball outside the box and places it into the top corner.

Goal of Real Madrid 

39' Rüdiger capitalizes on an error by Dituro, who spills the rebound.

Vinicius gave his jersey to a young boy

Ahead of the match, the Brazilian showed a touch of class toward a young fan.

The match has kicked off at the Bernabéu

Real Madrid is now playing against Elche.

Elche's Lineup

Vinicius and Thiago start for Real Madrid

In LaLiga matchday 28, Real Madrid host Elche at the Santiago Bernabéu, with the team coached by Álvaro Arbeloa looking to keep the momentum after their strong performance in Europe.

After an unforgettable night in the UEFA Champions League, the Spanish giants return to domestic action aiming to close the gap on league leaders Barcelona.

How do Real Madrid and Elche arrive for this match?

Real Madrid come into the match following a narrow victory over Celta de Vigo and a dominant win against Manchester City, managed by Pep Guardiola, in the Champions League.

However, the team continues to deal with several injuries, while also facing the pressure of being four points behind the top of the table.

Meanwhile, Elche arrive in a difficult situation. The club is just one point above the relegation zone and has not won since its victory over Rayo Vallecano in December.

Real Madrid dealing with ten absences

Real Madrid will once again have to cope with a long injury list.

Players unavailable for the match include Kylian Mbappé, Álvaro Carreras, David Alaba, Éder Militão, Dani Ceballos, Jude Bellingham and Rodrygo.

They are joined by Raúl Asencio and Ferland Mendy, who are also unavailable.

Additionally, Franco Mastantuono will serve his second match suspension, meaning he will not be available for Arbeloa.

Possible lineups for Real Madrid vs Elche

Real Madrid:
Courtois; Carvajal, Rüdiger, Huijsen, Fran García; Camavinga, Fede Valverde, Thiago, Güler; Vinícius and Gonzalo.

Elche:
Dituro; Chust, Affengruber, Pétrot or Bigas; Buba Sangaré or Morente, Aguado, Febas, Diangana or Neto, Valera; Álvaro Rodríguez or Mir and André da Silva.

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