PAMPLONA – Real Madrid will remain atop the Primera División standings after Saturday, but their grip on first place is tenuous. The Royals’ impressive eight-game winning streak in LaLiga was snapped with a 2-1 defeat at CA Osasuna.

Late Drama in Pamplona

The match appeared headed for a 1-1 draw, but a late goal for Osasuna sealed the victory. If FC Barcelona defeats UD Levante as expected, they will move one point ahead of Real Madrid on matchday 25.

Match Recap

The game saw a relatively uneventful start before Vinícius Júnior opened the scoring for Real Madrid. However, Osasuna proved dangerous, with Thibaut Courtois forced to build a crucial save in the 24th minute, and Ante Budimir hitting the post shortly after.

Osasuna took a deserved lead before halftime after a penalty awarded for a foul in the box. Budimir converted the penalty in the 38th minute.

Real Madrid struggled to break down Osasuna’s defense in the second half. Vinícius Júnior equalized in the 73rd minute after a run and assist from Federico Valverde. However, Osasuna responded with a goal from Raúl García in the 90th minute to secure the win.

Lineups

• Real Madrid: Courtois – Carvajal, Asencio, Alaba, Carreras – Valverde, Güler, Tchouaméni, Camavinga – Mbappé, Vinícius.

Key Match Statistics

• Score: 2-1
• Shots: 13-15
• Shots on Goal: 2-5
• Possession: 39%-61%

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