Real Madrid lost 2-0 at home to Celta Vigo on Sunday, with two players sent off, leaving them further behind Spanish league leaders Barcelona.
Madrid conceded a goal early in the second half and Fran Garca and Rubalo Carreras were shown red cards, handing them their first loss in a competitive game of the season at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium.
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Williot Swedberg scored for the visitors in the 54th minute with a wonderful flick from near the penalty spot.
Madrid lost Garza for a second yellow card in the 64th minute and Carreras in stoppage time. Shortly after Madrid were reduced to nine men, Svedberg sealed the victory for Celta.
Madrid’s only loss in the league this season was a crushing defeat against Atlético Madrid in September. They also lost to Liverpool in the Champions League in November.
Sunday’s setback leaves Xabi Alonso’s side four points behind Barcelona. Rose won 5-3 against Real Betis on Saturday. Madrid remain just one point behind third-placed Villarreal, who still have a game in hand.
Madrid had chances to equalize through both Vincius Junior and Kylian Mbapp, but they were unable to capitalize.
Madrid defender Del Milito was forced to leave the game in the first half due to injury.
Celta moved up to 10th place with their second win in three league games.
