Real Madrid 0-2 Celta de Vigo: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Bwin’s post-match review of Real Madrid 0-2 Celta de Vigo in the La Liga on Sunday, 07 December 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Celta de Vigo won 2-0 against Real Madrid. The first half saw Real Madrid forced into an early change when Éder Militão came off injured at 24 minutes, replaced by Antonio Rüdiger, but neither side found the net before the break despite Real Madrid holding more possession. Coming off a run of mixed results including three draws in their last four league games before this loss, Real Madrid struggled to convert their control into clear chances.

The second half opened with Celta de Vigo’s substitution of Williot Swedberg for Pablo Durán at 46 minutes, and he broke the deadlock at 53 minutes with a goal assisted by Bryan Zaragoza. Real Madrid’s discipline faltered with Fran García receiving a yellow card at 63 minutes followed by a second yellow leading to a red at 64 minutes, while further yellows and reds piled up late on, including for Endrick and Álvaro Carreras at 90+2 minutes. Swedberg sealed the win with his second goal at 90+3 minutes, assisted by Iago Aspas, capitalising on Celta’s recent form that included two wins in their last four league outings before this victory.

Real Madrid edged possession with 58% compared to Celta de Vigo’s 42%, and they dominated corners 8-1, suggesting they controlled much of the territory but failed to break through effectively. In contrast, Celta de Vigo excelled in successful dribbles with 77 against Real Madrid’s 44, indicating their threat on the counter, while recording two assists that directly led to their goals. Discipline proved costly for Real Madrid, who picked up six yellow cards and three red cards, including a yellow/red for one player, against Celta’s single yellow, which disrupted their rhythm especially in the latter stages.

Substitutions highlighted tactical adjustments, with Real Madrid using three: Antonio Rüdiger replaced Éder Militão at 24 minutes, Rodrygo came on for Raúl Asencio at 54 minutes, and Gonzalo García replaced Arda Güler at 74 minutes. Celta de Vigo made full use of five changes, starting with Williot Swedberg for Pablo Durán at 46 minutes, followed by Javi Rueda for Bryan Zaragoza and Ferran Jutglà for Óscar Mingueza both at 71 minutes, Fran Beltrán for Miguel Román at 84 minutes, and Iago Aspas for Borja Iglesias at 88 minutes, which helped maintain their momentum without any injury-time goals or penalties noted for either side.

The match turned decisively in the second half when Williot Swedberg, who had come on as a substitute at 46 minutes, scored at 53 minutes with an assist from Bryan Zaragoza to give Celta de Vigo the lead. Real Madrid’s hopes faded further with Fran García’s yellow card at 63 minutes quickly followed by a second yellow leading to a red at 64 minutes for a reckless challenge, reducing them to ten men. Late chaos ensued with multiple yellow cards around 90+1 and 90+2 minutes for players including Álvaro Carreras, Federico Valverde, Xabi Alonso, and Rodrygo, culminating in red cards for Endrick and Álvaro Carreras at 90+2 minutes for heated confrontations.

Swedberg then doubled his tally at 90+3 minutes, assisted by substitute Iago Aspas, securing the win in added time. Earlier, Real Madrid’s substitution of Antonio Rüdiger for the injured Éder Militão at 24 minutes aimed to steady the defence, but it couldn’t prevent Celta’s clinical breaks. Celta’s changes, like Ferran Jutglà and Javi Rueda at 71 minutes, added fresh legs that maintained pressure leading to the late goal.

Real Madrid lined up in a 4-4-2 formation, relying on partnerships like Jude Bellingham in midfield to drive forward play, though his yellow card at 62 minutes limited his influence. Arda Güler started but was replaced by Gonzalo García at 74 minutes, while Rodrygo came on at 54 minutes for Raúl Asencio to boost the attack. Defensive adjustments were needed early with Antonio Rüdiger replacing Éder Militão at 24 minutes, but discipline issues, including Fran García’s yellow/red and reds for Endrick and Álvaro Carreras, disrupted their structure.

Celta de Vigo set up in a 3-4-2-1 shape, with standout roles for attackers like Williot Swedberg, who came on at 46 minutes for Pablo Durán and scored both goals. Bryan Zaragoza provided the assist for the first before being replaced by Javi Rueda at 71 minutes, while Iago Aspas entered late at 88 minutes for Borja Iglesias and assisted the second. The setup allowed effective dribbling and counters, supported by changes like Ferran Jutglà for Óscar Mingueza at 71 minutes and Fran Beltrán for Miguel Román at 84 minutes to maintain control.

Ionuț Radu earned Bwin’s Man of the Match award for his outstanding performance in goal for Celta de Vigo, making seven crucial saves to keep a clean sheet with zero goals conceded. His two clearances and two punches helped repel Real Madrid’s pressure, particularly from their eight corners, ensuring Celta maintained their lead throughout the second half.

Recent La Liga matches:

• Loss: 0-2 vs Celta de Vigo (H)
• Win: 3-0 vs Athletic Club (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Girona (A)
• Draw: 2-2 vs Elche (A)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Rayo Vallecano (A)

Recent La Liga matches:

• Win: 2-0 vs Real Madrid (A)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Espanyol (H)
• Win: 1-0 vs Deportivo Alavés (A)
• Loss: 2-4 vs FC Barcelona (H)
• Win: 2-1 vs Levante (A)

Real Madrid have just suffered a 0-2 home loss to Celta de Vigo, extending a patchy run that includes only one win in their last five league games and three draws before this defeat. Currently sitting second on 36 points, they will look to bounce back against Manchester City on 10 December 2025 at 20:00, a fixture that could help them solidify their position at the top end of the table despite the opposition’s form being unconfirmed.

Celta de Vigo have just secured a 2-0 away win over Real Madrid, building on a recent league form that features three wins and two losses in their last five games. Placed 10th on 19 points, they face Bologna next on 11 December 2025 at 20:00, an opportunity to climb the standings further with the opposition’s details yet to be confirmed.

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