LaLiga: Samuel Chukwueze’s double sinks Real Madrid

Villarreal winger, Samuel Chukwueze, netted twice as they beat Real Madrid 3-2 on Saturday night.

This result means the champions remain 12 points behind leaders Barcelona, who face Girona on Monday.

Pau Torres’s own goal sent Madrid in front but Chukwueze levelled before the break.

Vinicius Junior netted a superb solo goal before Jose Luis Morales levelled and Chukwueze curled home a superb winner, which reduced Madrid’s hopes of retaining the title to virtually nothing.

Carlo Ancelotti made six changes from the 4-0 Clasico thrashing of Barcelona in the Copa del Rey midweek, with Chelsea’s visit on Wednesday in mind.

However, the Italian coach maintained his attacking trio of Karim Benzema, Rodrygo and Vinicius, looking to put the game to bed early.

Real Madrid took the lead in the 16th minute after an electric break, with Marco Asensio driving the team forward and Vinicius’ low cross ricocheting off Torres into his own net.