Carlo Ancelotti's side endured a difficult second half but took reassurance from David Alaba's performance at the back

Real Madrid have one of the most star-studded attacking lineups in European football. Kylian Mbappe, Rodrygo, and Vinicius Jr form a front three that any team has to respect. All three players are superstars on their own merits and can wreak havoc on any opponent.

Kylian Mbappé and Vinícius Júnior scored goals in a five-minute span in the first half and Real Madrid held on to beat Rayo Vallecano 2-1 and move level on points with Barcelona at the top of the Spanish league.