Resting players with one eye on Copa Del Rey play, Real Madrid managed a comeback for a 3-2 victory over Leganes on Saturday. After Kylian Mbappe scored from the spot, the relegation-threatened team responded to take the lead at halftime, exploiting Real Madrid’s shaky defense.

But the second half saw Los Blancos surge, scoring quickly through Jude Bellingham. The intensity picked up when South American players Vinicius Junior and Fede Valverde entered, leading to another goal from Mbappe, resulting from clever set-piece play.

This win equalizes Real Madrid with Barcelona at the top of La Liga, even though Barça holds a game in hand against Girona on Sunday. All Ancelotti’s men can do now is focus on their upcoming fixtures as they prepare for crucial matches.

Jude Bellingham’s Anticipation

Bellingham demonstrated great desire for the equalizer. Less than 90 seconds after the restart, he had a shot saved, followed by a blocked effort from Brahim Diaz. When the rebound landed at his feet, he capitalized to score, marking his seventh La Liga goal this season along with six assists. His positioning improved alongside Mbappe as he played almost like a secondary striker in the second half.

Oh, Kylian Mbappe

Despite having nine shot attempts, Mbappe’s two goals, including the winner, mean his performance will be seen as successful. Now with 22 La Liga goals, he positions himself alongside Robert Lewandowski in the race for the Golden Boot.

Depth Concerns

Even though Madrid clinched victory, not all players shone. Brahim Diaz’s error allowed Leganes to score, while Fran Garcia and Raul Asencio faced difficulties defensively. It’s a win that could have been smoother. As they prepare for three matches in seven days, questions about squad depth will echo through the team.

What’s Next?

With a second leg of the Copa del Rey semifinals on April 1 approaching, Madrid feels optimistic, leading 1-0 at home. Meanwhile, Leganes must swiftly recover and prepare for their next match against Osasuna on April 7.