Arda Güler Shines Bright with Two Goals as Real Madrid Crush Deportiva Minera in Copa del Rey!

Real Madrid secured a commanding 5-0 victory over fourth-tier side Deportiva Minera at Estadio Cartagonova, advancing to the Copa del Rey Round of 16.

The reigning LaLiga champions and current league leaders demonstrated their superiority early on, netting three goals within the first 28 minutes. Fede Valverde opened the scoring with a well-executed volley in the 5th minute. Shortly after, Eduardo Camavinga doubled the lead with a precise header in the 10th minute. Arda Güler showcased individual brilliance to make it 3-0 by the 28th minute.

Despite several opportunities to extend their lead before halftime, including chances for Brahim Díaz and Luka Modrić, Deportiva Minera’s goalkeeper Fran Martínez made several commendable saves to keep the scoreline respectable.

In the second half, Real Madrid continued to dominate. Luka Modrić added his name to the scoresheet with a precise finish in the 55th minute, marking his second consecutive game with a goal. Arda Güler completed his brace in the closing minutes, sealing the 5-0 result.

The match also featured first-team debuts for academy players Lorenzo, Diego Aguado, and Chema, highlighting manager Carlo Ancelotti’s confidence in the club’s youth talent.

Deportiva Minera, a modest club from Llano del Beal in Cartagena, had reached this stage after a surprising victory over LaLiga side Alavés in the previous round. Their encounter with Real Madrid was a historic occasion, bringing significant attention to the small community of approximately 1,300 residents.

Real Madrid will learn their Round of 16 opponents in the upcoming draw scheduled for Wednesday, January 8th.

For a visual summary of the match, including all goals and key moments, you can watch the highlights below: