Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe Lead Mourinho’s Real Madrid to 4-0 Win Over Malaga

Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe both found the net as Jose Mourinho’s Real Madrid cruised to a 4-0 victory against Malaga at the Bernabeu, maintaining a perfect start in La Liga.

Bellingham Dominates the Midfield

Bellingham continued his outstanding form with an exceptional display. The England international opened the scoring in the 19th minute with a remarkable solo effort, dribbling past three defenders from 35 yards out before slotting the ball past Malaga’s goalkeeper Alfonso Herrero.

Shortly after, Bellingham was involved in doubling the lead. Following a saved shot by Herrero, Bellingham’s header forced an own goal as the ball ricocheted off the keeper into the net.

Mbappe and Guler Seal the Win

Mbappe made sure the match was effectively decided before the half-hour mark, volleying a cross from Trent Alexander-Arnold into the bottom-left corner. This extended his impressive scoring run following his recent hat-trick against Real Sociedad.

In stoppage time, substitute Arda Guler added the final touch after a swift counterattack involving Vinicius Jr., finishing from close range to complete the dominant scoreline.

• Possession: Real Madrid 56.7%
• Shots: Real Madrid 19, Malaga 14

This victory strengthens Real Madrid’s position at the top of the league, underlining their intent to challenge Barcelona for the title this season.

Mourinho Praises Bellingham and Team Dynamics

"He is an incredible player, very demanding of himself and others," Mourinho said about Bellingham. "I didn’t want to see him defending like a second left-back."

The coach dismissed rumors of tension among his attacking trio, emphasizing their harmony. "Very good players want to play together because they share the same speed of thought and quality," Mourinho explained. "There is empathy and collective work. They are all very good."

Bellingham also expressed how Mourinho’s presence has allowed him more freedom on the pitch. "I feel greater freedom again, to decide when to drop back, push forward, or make runs into the box," he said. "This is the best position for me to show my abilities."

Mourinho’s Impact and Future Challenges

Since returning to Real Madrid, Mourinho has revitalized the squad. The team currently holds nine points from three matches at the top of La Liga.

Despite the strong start, Mourinho remains cautious about upcoming challenges, noting that the upcoming three-week international break could disrupt the team's rhythm.

Upcoming Fixtures:

• September 4, 2026: Real Betis vs Real Madrid at 21:00
• September 6, 2026: Malaga vs Levante at 18:30