Real Madrid tops La Liga after dominant win over Real Sociedad

Real Madrid secured a 4-1 victory against Real Sociedad at the Bernabeu on August 26, 2026. Kylian Mbappe scored a hat-trick and Vinicius Junior added a goal, contributing to Madrid's rise to the top of the La Liga table. Despite the lopsided score, coach Jose Mourinho noted the team's lack of vintage performance. Federico Valverde expressed the importance of supporting Mbappe, emphasizing the need to provide him with opportunities to capitalize on his goal-scoring capabilities. This match marked Valverde's first home game as permanent captain after Dani Carvajal's departure.

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