Real Madrid produced an emphatic performance at the Santiago Bernabéu on Wednesday, defeating Real Sociedad 4-1 in La Liga as Kylian Mbappé scored a brilliant hat-trick.
The victory gave José Mourinho a perfect start to his return to the Bernabéu. After beginning his second spell with a 2-1 victory over Espanyol, Mourinho’s side delivered a far more convincing performance at home in front of 72,226 supporters.
Mbappé was the star of the night, scoring three times, while Vinícius Júnior also found the net. Real Sociedad’s only goal came from Luka Sučić.
Real Madrid 4-1 Real Sociedad: Match Summary
Real Madrid eventually took control of a competitive encounter after Real Sociedad made life difficult during the opening stages.
Mbappé broke the deadlock in the 40th minute after an excellent first touch created space inside the penalty area. The France international then produced a composed finish to put Madrid ahead.
Real Sociedad responded just four minutes later. A deflected shot fell kindly for Luka Sučić, who fired home to make the score 1-1 at half-time.
The second half belonged to Real Madrid.
Mbappé restored the hosts’ lead in the 60th minute following a clever combination with Jude Bellingham. Bellingham then played another important role as Vinícius Júnior scored Madrid’s third goal in the 68th minute.
Mbappé completed his hat-trick in the 80th minute, running onto a superb pass from Vinícius before calmly chipping the goalkeeper.
The final score was Real Madrid 4-1 Real Sociedad.
Mbappé Delivers a Statement Performance
Kylian Mbappé was the decisive player at the Bernabéu.
The forward’s three goals highlighted his finishing quality, movement and ability to influence the game from different areas of the pitch. Rather than simply waiting for chances inside the box, Mbappé remained heavily involved in Madrid’s attacking play.
His first goal came from excellent control and movement, while his second followed a neat exchange with Bellingham. His third showed his composure as he lifted the ball over the goalkeeper.
The hat-trick represents an important early statement from Mbappé as Real Madrid look to challenge for major honours this season.
Mourinho praised the forward after the match, highlighting his desire to make history at Real Madrid and his willingness to contribute beyond simply scoring goals.
Mourinho Enjoys Winning Return to the Bernabéu
The result was particularly significant for José Mourinho.
The Portuguese coach returned to the Santiago Bernabéu after 13 years away and received a huge reception from Real Madrid supporters. His name was greeted by loud chants when the starting lineup was announced.
Mourinho has now overseen two victories from his first two competitive matches back in charge.
The 2-1 win against Espanyol was secured with a late winner, while the 4-1 triumph over Real Sociedad demonstrated greater attacking control.
During his previous spell at Real Madrid, Mourinho won 128 of his 178 matches and claimed three domestic trophies. Expectations are therefore high following his return.
The perfect start has strengthened the belief among supporters that he can bring success back to the club.
Jude Bellingham Makes a Major Impact
Jude Bellingham was another key figure in Real Madrid’s victory.
The midfielder provided two assists for Mbappé and helped create the opportunity for Vinícius Júnior’s goal. His combination with Mbappé was particularly effective during the second half.
Bellingham’s ability to operate in advanced positions gives Madrid another attacking weapon alongside Mbappé and Vinícius.
The relationship between the three players could become increasingly important as Mourinho continues developing his team.
Real Sociedad Unable to Contain Madrid
Real Sociedad deserve credit for making the first half competitive and responding quickly after Mbappé’s opener.
However, they struggled to maintain their resistance after the break.
Madrid’s attacking quality eventually created too many problems, with Sociedad unable to consistently prevent dangerous situations around their penalty area.
The result also continued Sociedad’s difficult recent record at the Bernabéu. They had not won at Real Madrid in La Liga since January 2019.
Real Madrid’s Strong Start Continues
The victory extends Real Madrid’s unbeaten beginning to the campaign.
Before the competitive season started, Mourinho’s team recorded four wins from five pre-season matches, including a 3-0 victory over Schalke.
The opening league results have now provided additional momentum.
Scoring four goals against Real Sociedad will be particularly encouraging, although Mourinho will know his defence still requires attention.
Real Sociedad managed to find a way through the Madrid defence, while the hosts continue to deal with several defensive absences.
What the Result Means for Real Madrid
Real Madrid’s 4-1 victory sends an early warning to their La Liga rivals.
Mourinho has only managed two competitive matches since returning, but his team has already shown that it can win in different circumstances.
The narrow victory over Espanyol demonstrated resilience, while the Real Sociedad game showcased Madrid’s attacking quality.
Mbappé’s form is arguably the biggest positive.
With Vinícius and Bellingham also contributing directly to the goals, Madrid have several players capable of deciding matches.
However, the biggest challenges of the campaign are still to come.
Atlético Madrid Will Provide a Bigger Test
Despite the impressive start, Mourinho knows Real Madrid have yet to face one of their toughest domestic opponents.
The upcoming Madrid derby against Atlético Madrid at the Metropolitano on September 20 is expected to provide a much stronger test.
That fixture should offer a clearer indication of how far Mourinho’s team has progressed.
For now, however, the atmosphere around the Bernabéu is extremely positive.
Two matches have produced two victories, and the latest came with a dominant second-half performance and a hat-trick from one of football’s biggest stars.
Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad Final Score
Real Madrid 4-1 Real Sociedad
Goals:
- Kylian Mbappé – 40′
- Luka Sučić – 44′
- Kylian Mbappé – 60′
- Vinícius Júnior – 68′
- Kylian Mbappé – 80′
Real Madrid leave the Santiago Bernabéu with valuable momentum, while Mbappé’s hat-trick makes him the clear standout from an impressive night in Madrid.
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