CA Osasuna claimed a dramatic 2-1 victory over Real Madrid CF at El Sadar, dealing a setback to the visitors’ La Liga title ambitions.
The hosts took the lead late in the first half when Ante Budimir converted from the penalty spot after a VAR review overturned an earlier decision. Real Madrid had chances to limit the damage before the break, with Thibaut Courtois producing a fine save and Budimir also striking the woodwork, but they trailed 1-0 at half-time.
Madrid improved after the interval, and Vinícius Júnior brought them level in the 73rd minute, finishing from Federico Valverde’s low cross. The Brazilian’s goal capped a strong run of form, but the equaliser failed to spark a full comeback.
With the match heading towards a draw, substitute Raúl García struck in the 90th minute from a tight angle. After a VAR check confirmed he was onside, the goal stood, sealing Osasuna’s first league win over Real Madrid since 2011.
The result leaves Madrid just two points clear of , who have a game in hand and the opportunity to move top with victory in their next outing.
