Vedat Muriqi delivered a thrilling stoppage-time goal to secure a 2-1 victory for Mallorca against Real Madrid at Son Moix. This marks Mallorca’s first win over the Spanish giants in three years.
Manu Morlanes opened the scoring for Mallorca in the 42nd minute, giving the home side a crucial lead. However, Real Madrid’s Eder Militao equalized in the 88th minute, seemingly snatching a point away from Mallorca.
But Muriqi had other plans. In the 91st minute, he converted a cross from Mateo Joseph following a swift counter-attack, igniting wild celebrations among the Mallorca fans. The Kosovo forward, who recently faced heartbreak with his national team’s World Cup qualification hopes dashed, was seen in tears of joy.
This victory is significant for Mallorca, lifting them two points above the relegation zone. Meanwhile, Real Madrid remains four points behind LaLiga leaders Barcelona, dealing a blow to their title aspirations.
Muriqi’s performance has been outstanding this season, making him the second-highest scorer in LaLiga, trailing only Kylian Mbappe. His late goal not only secured the win but also showcased his vital role in the team.
Goalkeeper Leo Roman was instrumental in the match, making several crucial saves that kept Mallorca in contention. His efforts, combined with Muriqi’s late heroics, ensured a memorable night for the home side.
Reactions from the match have been overwhelmingly positive for Mallorca, with fans celebrating a long-awaited victory over one of the league’s top teams. Official statements from the club praised the team’s resilience and fighting spirit.
As the season progresses, Mallorca will look to build on this momentum, while Real Madrid will need to regroup quickly to stay in the title race.
