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Sport|FootballMbappe scores late to seal Real Madrid win over Talavera in Copa del ReyKylian Mbappe scored two goals to help Real Madrid overcome a stubborn challenge from third-division side Talavera.

Real Madrid secured a 3-2 victory over Talavera in the Copa del Rey round of 32 on Wed, Dec 17, 2025, with Kylian Mbappe contributing significantly to the win.

Real Madrid secured a 3-2 victory over Talavera in the Copa del Rey round of 32 on Wed, Dec 17, 2025, with Kylian Mbappe contributing significantly to the win.

Mbappe scored twice, including a 41st-minute penalty and a late goal from outside the area, marking his 10th goal in the last six matches. An own-goal from Talavera's Manuel Farrando, resulting from a play involving Mbappe, further advanced Madrid's lead.

Madrid coach Xabi Alonso highlighted Mbappe's impact, stating, "Kylian was decisive. The third goal was key, which is why we kept him on the pitch and why he started." Despite a late comeback attempt by Talavera with goals from Nahuel Arroyo and Gonzalo Di Renzo, Madrid maintained their lead, aided by a crucial save from goalkeeper Andriy Lunin.

Mbappe scored twice, including a 41st-minute penalty and a late goal from outside the area, marking his 10th goal in the last six matches.
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The match saw Madrid dominate early on, despite missing several regular starters. Alonso commented on the team's performance, noting, "In the first half, we controlled the game well. The second half was competitive. Objective achieved, and on to the next game."

Real Madrid will conclude their 2025 season with a match against Sevilla in the Spanish league on Sat, Dec 20, 2025.

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Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.

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