Real Madrid edged past Málaga

Real Madrid defeated Málaga, 1x2, on Sunday, relating to matchweek 32 of La Liga. Before this matchday, Málaga's team came from a defeat, and merengues came from a draw. Diego Rolán was decisive with 1 goal.

The opening goal was scored by Isco in the 29th minute, from a direct free kick.

After 63 minutes, Casemiro doubled the lead for Real Madrid, with a left-foot strike.  Diego Rolán netted the last goal in the closing stages of the game with a right-foot shot inside the penalty area.

After the result Real Madrid are 3rd in the table, with 67 points, while Málaga sit 20th place, with 17 points. With regard to the next fixture, Zinédine Zidane's team will play at home against Athletic. Meanwhile, José González's team will play away against Levante.