Real Madrid Blow Away Title Rivals Girona With Thumping 4-0 Victory

The LALIGA title race witnesses a seismic shift as Real Madrid dominates Girona in a spectacular 4-0 victory at the Estadio Santiago Bernabéu.

Historic Win at Home

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Girona's Rise and Stumbling Blocks

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Ancelotti's Defensive Dilemma

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Stellar Performances - Bellingham and Vinicius Shine

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Title Race Dynamics

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Girona's Unbeaten Streak Comes to an End

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Post-Match Quotes and Reactions

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Vinicius' Stellar Goal and Valverde's Influence

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Conclude the web story by exploring the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for Real Madrid in their pursuit of the LALIGA title.

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