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Federico Valverde marks 250 La Liga appearances in Real Madrid defeat of Elche

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 7:20 AM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Federico Valverde marks 250 La Liga appearances in Real Madrid defeat of Elche

Summary

Federico Valverde made his 250th La Liga appearance for Real Madrid during a 3-2 victory against Elche on September 15, 2026. The match saw Madrid initially surge to a two-goal lead before Elche equalized, highlighting a tense finish resolved by a late goal from Carlos Espi. Valverde expressed his honor at reaching the milestone and the desire to achieve more titles with the club. He praised the team's first-half performance and remarked on the importance of preparing for the upcoming Madrid derby against Atletico. Real Madrid aims to build on this victory for continued momentum in La Liga.

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By the Numbers

•Real Madrid secured a 3-2 win over Elche in La Liga.
•Valverde celebrated his 250th La Liga appearance with the club.
•Carlos Espi scored the decisive goal late in the match.
•Valverde emphasized team preparation for the Madrid derby.
•The victory follows a challenging match against Elche.

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7:20 AMYahoo Sports — Federico Valverde celebrates 250 La Liga appearances for Real Madrid after Elche win: ‘Want to keep winning more titles’

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Federico Valverde reached another landmark in a Real Madrid shirt on Tuesday, making his 250th La Liga appearance for the club during the 3-2 victory over Elche at the Martinez Valero.The milestone ar...
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