Real Madrid 2–1 Mallorca Player Ratings: Real Gift Carlo Ancelotti with a Thrilling Win in His Penultimate Home Match

In typical Carlo Ancelotti style, Real Madrid scored a winner in the 95th minute to snatch victory from the jaws of a draw. They won 2-1 at home against Mallorca to keep their La Liga crown for one more day. Real Madrid's much-changed side took a hit early on as Martin Valjent gave his side a shock lead. Real Madrid took their time to respond, and Kylian Mbappe recorded the equalizer. The hosts pushed for a winner but weren't able to beat Mallorca. Barcelona were moments away from being confirmed as champions, but the hosts conjured late magic as Jacobo Ramon scored on his full debut to send the home crowd into wild celebrations.

Carlo Ancelotti announced he was leaving Los Blancos at the end of the season after 4 years in charge. The legendary Italian coach was going to take over the Brazil national team. That filled the air with emotion as this marked his penultimate match at home. This season was hot and cold for his side as they crashed out of the Champions League humiliatingly and were whitewashed by Barcelona in all 4 El Clasicos, including the one on Sunday. His side were plagued with injuries and lost leads, leaking goals for in. His issues were sustained on the day, and Vinicius Jr and Lucas Vázquez joined the injury list. He handed a first league start to academy centre-back Jacobo Ramon and named a youthful bench. The manager knew anything less than a win would crown Barcelona as the champions of the league.

Mallorca, on the other hand, came into this game with an eye on European places. They held Madrid in the reverse fixture to earn a point. They needed a similar showing to grab the eighth spot and make it to the Conference League. Jagoba Arrasate was without key players like Manu Morlanes, Robert Navarro and Abdon Prats. He resorted to a tried and tested five at the formation to keep Madrid's dangerous attack at bay.

It didn't take long for Real Madrid to get going as Arda Guler released an inch-perfect through ball for Endrick. The striker who got a rare start fluffed his lines in front of his national team manager as he failed to beat the goalkeeper 1v1. Mallorca punished them soon as they went ahead in the 11th minute through centre-back Martin Valjent.

The defender played a 1-2 with Mateu Morey before darting into the penalty box and striking a left-footed shot towards the bottom corner. They cut open Madrid so easily as the defence failed to make sense of what was happening. The early goal gave them great confidence as they started dominating the ball despite Madrid having chances. The hosts started to seize control of the game later on.

Jude Bellingham, Mbappe, Endrick, Guler, and Luka Modric all came close to equalizing, but they weren't getting past a determined back line of Mallorca, who packed the box with bodies. Moreover, Leo Roman was in excellent form, making five saves in the first half to maintain their lead and carry it over into the break.

The second half resembled an attack vs defence training drill as Real Madrid completely imposed themselves on the game. Despite the domination, they seldom created quality chances. Mallorca always carried a threat whenever they countered.

However, it took a moment of magic from Mbappe to change the scoreline. He received the ball with his back to goal and spun past two defenders brilliantly before fooling the keeper and going for his trademark near-post finish to draw the game level. It was his 40th goal for Los Blancos in his debut season and was also his 28th in the league, making him a certain favorite for the Golden Boot.

Real Madrid were the favorites to complete the comeback now, with little over 20 minutes to go, as they kept attacking. Mbappe curled one past the keeper, who was beaten, but it was headed away from the line by Valjent. The crowd at Santiago Bernabeu fell silent as they realized Barcelona could be crowned the champions if they failed to win. When all hope was lost, a new hero emerged for the hosts.

In the 95th minute, even Thibaut Courtois joined the attack for a corner as Real desperately chased a winner. The corner was cleared, but they recycled it just enough for Jesus Vallejo to win the knock-on and send the ball into the box. The full league debutant Jacobo was alive in the box to crash it in the net and hand his side a thrilling win. The home crowd erupted as they won the game in the nth hour. Mallorca's players sank to the ground as they let a massive point slide.

Real Madrid just about stays alive in the title race with this win. They will officially lose their La Liga crown tomorrow if Barcelona wins their fixture against Espanyol. Los Blancos travel to Sevilla for Ancelotti's final away game.

Mallorca failed to seize the chance to jump into European spots as they lost against a strong Madrid side. They host Getafe at home on the weekend with the hope of a miracle.

Here are the Real Madrid vs Mallorca Player Ratings.

Real Madrid Player Ratings vs Mallorca

GK- Thibaut Courtois- 6/10

His positioning was all wrong for the opener as he failed to cover the far post. Made a great save from Mallorca, immediately going 1-2 up. Joined the attack for a corner in a last-ditch attempt to get the result.

RB- Federico Valverde- 7/10

Deputized at right-back and was full of attacking thrust as he entered the box and delivered some lovely crosses.

CB- Jacobo Ramon- 8.5/10

Dealt well with the threat of Larin as he made some necessary interventions. Didn't show any nerves on his first league start. Scored a sensational late winner, keeping in line with Madrid's great centre-backs.

CB- Raul Asencio- 7/10

He needed to go toe to toe against Muriqi at times, but didn't as he used his physicality well.

LB- Francisco Garcia- 7/10

Offered himself as support to Mbappe on the left multiple times. They were focused on cutting their goal deficit rather than defending against any threat.

DM- Luka Modric- 7.5/10

Acted as the conductor of attacks as his side gave the ball to create some chances. Took some good shots, but they were repelled. He was fading in presence defensively.

DM- Dani Ceballos- 6.5/10

Failed to clear the reverse pass despite having a chance in the buildup to the first goal. Helped his side build up and hunt the equaliser.

RW- Arda Guler- 7/10

Swapped centrally with Bellingham multiple times and put a lovely ball for Enrick, who failed to finish. Kept on trying in the second half but to no success.

CAM- Jude Bellingham- 7/10

Showed great adventure in the middle of the park and was denied by the keeper on a great shot. He took the responsibility of crossing, receiving the ball deeply, and even winning it back.

LW- Kylian Mbappe- 8.5/10

Started on the left wing after ages as Vinicius was ruled out. Cut in and played off the shoulder of the last defender. Brought on his dancing shots as he sat defenders multiple times, and found his shooting boots in the second half.

ST - Endrick-6/10

Had a great chance to give his side the lead but failed to beat the keeper. The positivity turned to frustration as he missed multiple chances.

SUB- Jesus Vallejo- 7/10

Won the flick on for Jacobo's late winner.

SUB- Gonzalo Garcia- 7/10

Missed a glorious chance after he came on, but atoned for it with a lovely ball to keep the attack alive as they scored the winner.

Manager- Carlo Ancelotti- 7/10

Announced his decision earlier this week and entered the final 3 games of his second stint. He was forced to name a patched-up lineup with little to no experience on the bench. He was unsettled on the sidelines as his side failed to react to his adjustments. Had his side register a trademark comeback in the second half.

Mallorca Player Ratings vs Real Madrid

GK- Leo Roman- 7.5/10

Got a fantastic palm to divert Endrick's effort away to maintain equilibrium early on in the game. Kept making one great save after another in the first half.

RWB- Mateu Morey- 6.5/10

Showed great awareness to pick Valjent with a reverse pass as he sneaked into the box. Held his own defensively against Mbappe. Had a great chance to put his side straight back up after he was spun by Mbappe for the equaliser.

CB- Martin Valjent- 7/10

Played a lovely 1-2 with Morey before finding the bottom corner with an expert finish to open the scoring. Mbappe gave him a tough time in defence.

CB- Antonio Raillo- 6.5/10

Got into a pickle with a terrible collision against Valjent. They both were okay to carry on later. Did well defensively to track Endrick and Bellingham.

CB- Jose Copete- 6.5/10

Read the game well and waited for his moment to pounce and win the ball. Often peeled wide to defend the flank whenever Lato ventured forward.

LWB- Toni Lato- 6/10

Had his hands full with Guler and Valverde while defending. Rarely ventured forward and played risk-free passes.

CM- Antonio Sanchez- 5/10

Had good chances to join the attack and create turnovers, but was stopped in his tracks. Picked an unnecessary yellow for a silly foul.

CM- Samu- 6/10

Spent a lot of time in and around his defensive area as he added numbers to an already stocked defence. Made numerous clearances and interceptions.

CM-Sergi Darder - 6/10

Provided his side with width as they played too narrowly in the final third. Delivered a couple of dangerous crosses, but they weren't made use of.

ST- Cyle Larin- 6/10

Showed great hold-up and always brought his wingers into play. Was replaced on the hour mark due to an apparent injury.

ST - Vedat Muriqi- 6/10

The striker played as a human shield whenever they had the ball on the break. His side needed him to track back and help the defence whenever he could.

SUB- Daniel Rodriguez- 6/10

SUB- Omar Mascarell- 6/10

SUB- Johan Mojica- 6/10

SUB- Pablo Maffeo- 6/10

SUB- Marc Domenech- 6/10

Manager- Jagoba Arrasate- 7/10

Went back to a back five to neutralise the opponent's fluid attack. Made sure to double down on his side's strengths by countering quickly and crossing. His side defended well but succumbed to Real Madrid's unreal stoppage time heroics.

Sportsdunia's Player of the Match: Kylian Mbappe