Kylian Mbappe struck twice and produced a brilliant performance to power Real Madrid to a 4-1 win over Las Palmas and take the reigning champions top of La Liga on Sunday. Los Blancos enjoyed a perfect weekend, overtaking Atletico Madrid by two points after their neighbours slipped up with a shock defeat at Leganes on Saturday, while Barcelona, third, could only draw at Getafe. Mbappe has hit top form in recent weeks after an inconsistent start to life at Real Madrid following his dream switch from Paris Saint-Germain last summer.

The 26-year-old reached 12 league goals with his brace, becoming the Spanish league’s second top-scorer behind Barcelona’s Robert Lewandowski.

Mbappe now has 18 goals for the season in 30 appearances across all competitions, and is looking increasingly crucial for his side in attack.

With Vinicius Junior suspended, the spotlight was entirely on the French forward at the Santiago Bernabeu and he delivered with a sparkling performance.

Las Palmas took a surprise early lead in just over 30 seconds when a rapid move sliced open Madrid’s defence.

Sandro Ramirez crossed for Fabio Silva to apply the finishing touch from close range.

Madrid hit back strongly, with Brahim Diaz shooting wide when he should have scored, and Mbappe’s fierce effort tipped away by Jasper Cillessen.

Mbappe, who came in for heavy criticism after missing two penalties towards the end of 2024, levelled from the spot after Sandro clumsily felled Rodrygo.

The striker was involved in Madrid’s second goal, with the rebound from his saved shot falling to Lucas Vazquez, who squared for Diaz to convert.

Mbappe netted his second with a fine finish which arced into the top corner after Rodrygo cut the ball back to him.

The forward thought he had completed his hat-trick before the break but the goal was ruled offside for a position Mbappe took up in the build-up.

Jude Bellingham hit the side-netting early in the second half when he should have scored, but Madrid’s fourth goal did not take long to arrive.

Rodrygo stroked home from Fran Garcia‘s low cross after Mbappe played the left-back in.

Bellingham and Fede Valverde had goals ruled out for offside as Madrid continued to dominate, and they were able to welcome David Alaba back as a substitute after more than a year out with a serious knee injury.

Las Palmas claimed a surprise 2-1 victory at La Liga leaders Barcelona on Saturday, spoiling the hosts’ 125th anniversary celebrations. Atletico Madrid climbed provisionally second, within two points of Hansi Flick’s side with a 5-0 rout of Real Valladolid later on. Sandro Ramirez sent Las Palmas ahead early in the second half and although Raphinha hammered home an equaliser, Fabio Silva struck to claim three points and take his team up to 14th. Barcelona still lead champions Real Madrid by four points but third-place Los Blancos, who host Getafe on Sunday, have played two fewer games than the Catalans and Atletico.

Barca have now gone three league games without a victory, after a run of 11 wins in 12 prior in the top flight.

“We had a bad game, we have to look at what we’re doing badly to try and improve and win games,” Raphinha told Movistar.

“I don’t care about my goal, I care about winning, we didn’t win and I’m not satisfied with the game.”

Barcelona wore white shorts as part of their anniversary celebrations, as they used to back at the start of their history.

They held a gala in the city on Friday night to mark the occasion, having been founded on November 29, 1899, but came undone on Saturday afternoon.

“We have to (play) like we did at the beginning of the season… it’s a big disappointment today,” Flick told reporters.

“Today we have more than 70 percent ball possession but we’re not able to score the goals — maybe we have to change one or two things.

“We made some mistakes, but it was not the back four, it starts (with the players) in front, we have to speak about that.”

The Catalans were able to name teenage starlet Lamine Yamal on the bench after recovering from an ankle problem.

Raphinha came closest to breaking the deadlock in the first half, scoring from an offside position and hitting the crossbar after being played through by Gavi.

Flick threw on Yamal at the break, hoping the winger would give Barca the advantage after an even first half.

Las Palmas took a surprise lead early in the second half when Kirian Rodriguez played in Ramirez, who drilled home from the edge of the box.

Raphinha hit back quickly for Barcelona with a thumping long-range effort, but Las Palmas were soon ahead again.

Silva ran onto Munoz’s probing long ball and fired past Inaki Pena to restore the Canary Islanders’ advantage with his fifth goal in eight league matches.

Former Barca goalkeeper Jasper Cillessen made several good saves and Las Palmas survived eight minutes of stoppage time.

“It was a very important win, we worked hard for it, Barca put you under a lot of pressure,” midfielder Moleiro told Movistar after Las Palmas sealed their first away win at Barcelona since 1971.

Griezmann glory

Atletico Madrid romped to a five-star victory at bottom side Real Valladolid, with Antoine Griezmann scoring one of the goals of the season.

Diego Simeone’s team have won seven consecutive games across all competitions and moved two points clear of champions Real Madrid.

Clement Lenglet opened the scoring after 25 minutes and Julian Alvarez added the second.

Rodrigo de Paul swept home the third before half-time and Griezmann produced a wonderful turn and finish soon after the break to add the fourth on a memorable night for the Rojiblancos, which even some home fans applauded.

Alexander Sorloth wrapped up Atletico’s thumping victory in stoppage time.

Griezmann’s goal saw the French forward exchange passes with Alvarez before executing a sensational turn and beating goalkeeper Karl Hein with a delicate touch.

“I have to thank (the Valladolid fans), in the end it’s what all players want, we want people to enjoy it with us, whether it’s opposition fans or our own,” Griezmann told DAZN.

“In the end I have to be grateful for this love, I’m doing really well and I hope to give more.”

Atletico beat Sparta Prague 6-0 in the Champions League on Tuesday, meaning Simeone’s side scored 11 goals this week without reply.

“There are always things to improve, the team is always looking to do better,” Simeone told DAZN.

“We have to keep our humility, the nobility of keeping on looking for more… in the second half we could have done more… but I’ll stick with what the team’s giving me, with humility you can do anything.”

Barcelona vs Las Palmas Live Streaming LaLiga Live Telecast: Barcelona host a struggling Las Palmas side, hoping to return to winning ways in the league after dropping points in each of their last two outings. Hansi Flicks’ men started the season on a high, winning 11 of their first 12 league matches. However, the Catalans have dropped five points in the last two matches, a 0-1 loss at Real Sociedad followed by a 2-2 at Celta Vigo last weekend. In a massive boost for his side, Flick revealed teenage winger Lamine Yamal will return after three weeks out with injury for this weekend’s game.

The 17-year-old has been sidelined since early November with an ankle problem and Barcelona have picked up just one point from the two league games he missed in that time.

Barcelona have failed to win any of the three matches he has not started in La Liga, losing 4-2 to Osasuna in September when he was on the bench.

When will the Barcelona vs Las Palmas, La Liga 2024-25 football match take place?

The Barcelona vs Las Palmas, La Liga 2024-25 football match will take place on Saturday, November 30 (IST).

Where will the Barcelona vs Las Palmas, La Liga 2024-25 football match be held?

The Barcelona vs Las Palmas, La Liga 2024-25 football match will be held at the Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium, Barcelona, Spain.

What time will the Barcelona vs Las Palmas, La Liga 2024-25 football match start?

The Barcelona vs Las Palmas, La Liga 2024-25 football match will start at 6:30 PM IST.

Which TV channels will show the live telecast of the Barcelona vs Las Palmas, La Liga 2024-25 football match?

The Barcelona vs Las Palmas, La Liga 2024-25 football match will not be televised in India.

Where to follow the live streaming of the Barcelona vs Las Palmas, La Liga 2024-25 football match?

The Barcelona vs Las Palmas, La Liga 2024-25 football match will be live streamed on the GXR World app and website.

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