Real Madrid vs Celta Vigo: Stunning 2–0 Upset — Celta Shock Los Blancos at the Bernabéu

In a dramatic twist at the Santiago Bernabéu, Celta Vigo stunned Real Madrid 2–0 in a result that few saw coming. The visitors took advantage of a chaotic ending — with Real reduced to nine men — and a standout performance from substitute Williot Swedberg to clinch a famous victory. For Madrid, it’s a wake-up call: dominance on paper didn’t translate into results on the pitch.

This report breaks down how Celta pulled off one of their biggest wins in recent years against the giants of LaLiga, with full stats, player ratings, timeline, and implications for both clubs moving forward.

Date: 7 December 2025

Kick-off: Evening match at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Madrid, Spain ESPN.com

Competition: 2025/26 La Liga

Final Score

Real Madrid 0 – 2 Celta Vigo

Scorers:
- Williot Swedberg (53′, 90+3′)

Match Overview

First Half – Tight and Controlled

Real Madrid controlled possession early in the match, creating several half-chances but lacking sharpness in the final third. Celta Vigo remained compact, defending in numbers and limiting Madrid’s threats. Despite Madrid’s dominance in possession, the first half ended goalless with Celta showing impressive defensive organization.

Second Half – Swedberg Takes Over

The second half completely changed the dynamic. Williot Swedberg opened the scoring with a clever flicked finish that stunned the Bernabéu. As Real Madrid pushed forward in search of an equalizer, frustration grew, leading to two red cards that left them with just nine players on the field.

Celta remained composed and hit Madrid again in stoppage time, with Swedberg calmly slotting home his second of the night to seal a memorable win.

Key Statistics

Statistic	Real Madrid	Celta Vigo
Possession	57.6%	42.4%
Total Shots	23	7
Shots on Target	7	5
Corners	8	1
Passing Accuracy	90.9%	85.9%
Red Cards	2	0

Player Ratings

Player	Team	Rating	Comments
Williot Swedberg	Celta Vigo	9.0	Match-winner with two goals; superb composure.
Ionut Radu	Celta Vigo	7.5	Strong saves, calm under pressure.
Real Madrid Defence	Real Madrid	5.5–6.0	Organized early, collapsed late; poor discipline.
Madrid Attackers	Real Madrid	5.0–6.5	Created chances but lacked clinical finishing.

Timeline of Key Events

53′ — Swedberg scores with a clever flicked finish.
64′ — Real Madrid reduced to 10 men (first red card).
90+2′ — Real Madrid down to 9 men (second red card).
90+3′ — Swedberg scores again to seal the victory.

What This Means

For Celta Vigo

A first league victory at the Bernabéu in nearly two decades.
Massive morale boost and proof that disciplined tactics can beat the giants.
Momentum that can shift their season in a positive direction.

For Real Madrid

A costly defeat in the LaLiga title race.
Concerns over discipline, defensive structure, and composure.
Pressure increases on the squad to recover quickly and avoid further slip-ups.

Conclusion

Celta Vigo’s 2–0 win over Real Madrid will go down as one of the most surprising results of the season. With discipline, determination, and two moments of brilliance from Williot Swedberg, Celta stunned a Madrid side that simply couldn’t convert their dominance into goals. For Los Blancos, the defeat raises serious questions about consistency and discipline, while Celta can celebrate a night they will not soon forget.

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