Rudiger rose highest from a corner to glance a header past Predrag Rajkovic, with the result securing Real’s place at the top of La Liga courtesy of their superior goal difference over surprise package Girona. That is in large part thanks to their formidable defence, with Real having conceded just 11 goals in 19 league matches this season. Manager Carlo Ancelotti was glowing about Rudiger’s performance afterwards, with the German having stepped up during an injury crisis at the back. Incredible season for my former club Real Madrid,’ he wrote shortly after Real’s 1-0 victory over Mallorca. MORE : Chelsea considering signing new left-back with Dortmund closing in on Ian MaatsenMORE : ‘Bottle Job FC!’ – Former Arsenal star Mesut Ozil mocks Tottenham as old rivals set unwanted recordsFor more stories like this, check our sport page.

Source: Metro January 05, 2024 03:40 UTC