The trip to Vigo was not the expected one for Real Madrid as it was difficult for them to show domination and at the same time overcome Celta. One goal from Bellingham was enough to secure Los Blancos three deserved points.
The first half was intense with two ruled-out goals. Celta scored with Jorgen Strand Larsen in the 4th but the goal was canceled because of a foul in the build-up. Vinicius of Real Madrid was injured in the 18th minute with Joselu coming on.
Larsen tried again in the 33d minute but Kepa Arrizabalaga denied him with a fine save. Joselu scored offside in the 43rd minute but canceled for offside. Real seemed to have control of the game. But Celta de Vigo responded with Jonathan Bamba, who shoots in the six-yard box, but the shot went wide.
So the first half saw both teams perform well, but without being able to score.
The second half started with Real Madrid in possession with Joselu and Carvajal playing on the right side and winning a corner in the 51st minute. Celta responded and it was concrete, but could not open the equalize
The coach of Real Madrid made a double substitution and replaced Camavinga and Tchouameni with Modric and Kroos in the 63rd.
Real Madrid substitutions made their effect and Rodrygo was tackled by Ivan Villar. He won a penalty. Rodrygo missed the penalty in the 68th minute an amazing chance to be ahead.
Iago Aspas missed a big chance after a beautiful action inside the box, but his shot went wide in the 70th minute.
Last minutes…
Rafael Benitez decided to make his substitution. Renato Tapia coming on for Jorgen Strand Larsen with ten minutes to be played.
The game was balanced with Jude Bellingham scoring in the 81st with a header inside the box. Real Madrid was playing better with the defence and the midfield passing the ball and at the same time creating spaces.
Both midfielders Kroos and Modric bring quality. The Croatian is an expert reading games and deciding where to pass and the tempo of the game.
Real won a mighty important game and continues their good start in this La Liga season. Next game they play Getafe at home.