Arda Güler Strikes Again as Real Madrid Extend Perfect La Liga Start

Arda Güler scored his second La Liga goal of the season to help Real Madrid maintain their perfect league record. Kylian Mbappé provided another assist.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Real Madrid played Real Sociedad at the Reale Arena and had to show their depth after a red card left them with ten men. Arda Güler scored the opening goal thanks to Kylian Mbappé’s neat move, as the Turkish midfielder finished his chance in style. This was Güler’s second goal in just four league appearances this season. Mbappé continued his exciting start at the club, with the pair’s budding partnership capturing the imagination of fans and pundits alike. While at a disadvantage, Los Blancos doubled their lead as they displayed their resilience and attacking maturity under new coach Xabi Alonso, who joined the club this summer on a contract lasting until 2028.

REAL MADRID’S SEASON SO FAR

The win keeps Real Madrid at the La Liga summit, as they are currently leading with four wins from four matches, and have the only remaining perfect record. The team has adapted smoothly under new boss Alonso and shown good chemistry so far. Güler, whose minutes were inconsistent in the last couple of seasons, has started every match so far, a sign of his growing importance to the squad. He has two goals already, having scored just four league goals for the Blancos prior to this month, while Mbappé continues to be productive with key assists and goals. Real Sociedad are now mid-table, struggling after a summer full of changes and with only two points won from four matches this season.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR MADRID AND THEIR RIVALS

Real Madrid will face Espanyol next weekend. The Catalan team has improved since last year where they barely avoided relegation, and may prove tough opponents for Los Blancos. Los Blancos are ahead of title rivals like Athletic Bilbao who have 9 points from four matches and three behind the leaders. Güler will hope to retain his place with Jude Bellingham expected back from injury in weeks to increase competition for midfield roles. Alonso will need to keep his young talents firing and preserve the team’s momentum as the fixture list piles up with the Champions League group stage to come soon.