On February 2nd, Real Madrid faced Getafe as part of the 22nd round of La Liga 2023/24, securing a decisive win that propelled them to the top of the league standings.
With a squad boasting superior quality, Real Madrid effortlessly dominated the match from the early minutes. It was no surprise when Joselu expertly headed the ball into the net, opening the scoring for Los Blancos in the 14th minute.
With the lead in hand, Carlo Ancelotti’s team played proactively and made no defensive mistakes throughout the match. Entering the second half, Real Madrid continued their effective attacking display, with Joselu completing a brace with another goal in the 56th minute.
In the remaining minutes, Getafe rallied to find a goal, but Real Madrid maintained their focus, denying the home team any chances.
Ultimately, Real Madrid secured a 2-0 victory over Getafe, officially surpassing Girona to claim the top spot in the La Liga standings. The White House now boasts 57 points after 22 rounds, holding a 2-point lead over Girona and creating a significant 10-point gap with Barcelona.