Thrilling Encounter: Leganés 2-3 Real Madrid (Goals by Modrić, Endrick & García). Experience the excitement of a last-minute victory! Here’s the immediate match reaction along with player ratings, insightful press conferences, and a detailed post-game podcast.

Jacobo Ramón has remarkably transformed his early 2025 season performance, showcasing his potential with a standout display for Castilla after a period of underwhelming performances with the reserves. His impressive form did not go unnoticed, as Carlo Ancelotti rewarded him by granting a starting position in the Copa del Rey clash against Leganés. He was accompanied by fellow Castilla talent Raúl Asencio, while Arda Güler and Brahim Díaz added significant attacking strength to the lineup, with the experienced Luka Modrić serving as captain, guiding the team through the competition.

The match began with Leganés launching the first attempt on goal, forcing Andriy Lunin into a spectacular save within just two minutes. However, Real Madrid soon found their rhythm and took the lead when Luka Modrić scored with a precise low shot. Following that, Endrick capitalized on a fortuitous loose ball to double the advantage and net his goal. With Madrid seemingly in control, the tide turned when the hosts were awarded a penalty just before half-time, reducing the deficit to 2-1. The stage was set for an intense second half, with everything to play for.

As the second half kicked off, Vinícius Júnior had a promising opportunity that was thwarted by the Leganés defense. This miss proved costly, as the home team equalized with a well-placed strike past Lunin. In a subsequent play, Brahim Díaz almost restored Madrid’s lead but struck the crossbar instead. Lunin’s skills were crucial as he made multiple saves, preventing Madrid from squandering their earlier two-goal lead. Just when the situation looked dire, Castilla’s rising star Gonzalo García was brought into the match. He proved to be the decisive factor, scoring the winning goal in added time, securing a thrilling 3-2 victory for Real Madrid. What were your thoughts on this exhilarating encounter?