Real Madrid rebounded from their previous defeat to AC Milan with a convincing 4-0 victory over Osasuna, thanks to Vinicius Junior.
Vinicius led the charge at Santiago Bernabeu, scoring a hat-trick to help his team recoup key points in La Liga.
Real Madrid started well but suffered setbacks early on. Before scoring the first goal, they lost Rodrygo Goes and Eder Militao to injuries.
Militao’s condition is especially alarming, with fears of a second ACL tear in as many seasons.
Vinicius broke the deadlock in the 34th minute, putting Madrid ahead.
Just before halftime, Jude Bellingham, assisted by young defender Raul Asencio, who had stepped in for the injured Militao, doubled the lead with his first goal of the season.
Madrid extended their lead in the second half, with Vinicius completing his hat-trick in quick succession.
His second goal came after a brilliant pass from goalkeeper Andriy Lunin, and Brahim Diaz set him up for his third.
With this win, Real Madrid moves within six points of league leaders Barcelona, who can restore their nine-point lead with a win against Real Sociedad on Sunday.
