Real Madrid secures 4-1 win over Rayo Vallecano amid tactical concerns
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 6:20 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Real Madrid earned a 4-1 victory against Rayo Vallecano at the Bernabeu on September 14, 2026. Despite the scoreline, former goalkeeper Santiago Canizares criticized the team's second-half performance and lack of defensive effort. He argued that the forwards' inactivity without the ball caused vulnerabilities, suggesting this could be a problem against stronger teams. The match showcased contrasting halves, where Real Madrid initially dominated but struggled after halftime. Arda Guler's introduction helped restore some attacking flow.
- •Real Madrid leads 4-1 at home against Rayo Vallecano.
- •Santiago Canizares criticized the forwards for lack of defensive effort.
- •Madrid performed well in the first half but struggled after halftime.
- •Arda Guler contributed positively after coming into the match.
- •Canizares warns of potential vulnerabilities against stronger opposition.
- 6:20 AMYahoo Sports — La Liga president Javier Tebas criticises Real Madrid stars over Ceuta shirt incident: ‘It’s very wrong’
- 4:10 PMYahoo Sports — Liga boss criticises Real Madrid trio for Ceuta shirt incident
- 3:10 PMYahoo Sports — La Liga chief not impressed by three Real Madrid players after not wearing Ceuta support shirt
- 8:10 AMYahoo Sports — La Liga icon tears into Real Madrid forwards after Rayo Vallecano win: ‘This isn’t competitive’
"La Liga president Javier Tebas criticised three Real Madrid stars, including Kylian Mbappe, on Wednesday for not properly wearing a t-shirt supporting the people of Ceuta, a Spanish territory in north Africa affected by a migration crisis.The president of Real Madrid's Ceuta fan club Miguel Angel Montano said he was disappointed by the decision from the trio not to wear the shirts properly.
"La Liga president Javier Tebas has criticised Real Madrid trio Vinicius Jr., Kylian Mbappe and Ibrahima Konate after they partially covered shirts supporting Ceuta before the match against Elche.The t...
"Real Madrid returned to action on Tuesday with a La Liga clash against Elche at the Martinez Valero.Jose Mourinho’s game secured a hard-fought 3-2 win. But the victory was overshadowed by an off-pit...
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 17, 2026, 6:20 AMLa Liga president Javier Tebas criticises Real Madrid stars over Ceuta shirt incident: ‘It’s very wrong’
La Liga president Javier Tebas has criticised Real Madrid trio Vinicius Jr., Kylian Mbappe and Ibrahima Konate after they partially covered shirts supporting Ceuta before the match against Elche.The t...
- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 4:10 PMLiga boss criticises Real Madrid trio for Ceuta shirt incident
La Liga president Javier Tebas criticised three Real Madrid stars, including Kylian Mbappe, on Wednesday for not properly wearing a t-shirt supporting the people of Ceuta, a Spanish territory in north Africa affected by a migration crisis.The president of Real Madrid's Ceuta fan club Miguel Angel Montano said he was disappointed by the decision from the trio not to wear the shirts properly.
- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 3:10 PMLa Liga chief not impressed by three Real Madrid players after not wearing Ceuta support shirt
Real Madrid returned to action on Tuesday with a La Liga clash against Elche at the Martinez Valero.Jose Mourinho’s game secured a hard-fought 3-2 win. But the victory was overshadowed by an off-pit...
- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 8:10 AMLa Liga icon tears into Real Madrid forwards after Rayo Vallecano win: ‘This isn’t competitive’
Real Madrid’s 4-1 victory over Rayo Vallecano may have delivered another three points, but Santiago Canizares believes the result is hiding a problem that could eventually cost Jose Mourinho’s sid...
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