Real Madrid defender Antonio Rüdiger opened the scoring in the 39th minute at the Santiago Bernabéu. Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde quickly added a second goal in the 44th minute. The hosts took a comfortable two-goal lead into halftime after controlling much of the opening period.
Real Madrid defender Dean Huijsen extended the advantage with a goal in the 66th minute. Elche responded with a goal of their own to reduce the deficit. An own goal by Elche defender Manuel Ángel in the 85th minute then restored Real Madrid’s three-goal cushion.
In the 89th minute, Real Madrid midfielder Arda Güler received the ball deep inside his own half. He spotted Elche goalkeeper Matías Dituro off his line and lobbed a precise shot from 65 yards.
The ball sailed over the keeper and nestled into the net for the fourth goal. Fans erupted as the strike restored a three-goal lead and ended any comeback hopes.
Real Madrid finished the match with strong possession and six shots on target. The victory kept the team pushing in La Liga. Güler’s long-range effort stood out as the highlight of the evening and drew immediate praise across the stadium.
