Carlos Espi scored a 91st-minute winner as Real Madrid survived an almighty scare to win 3-2 at Elche in LaLiga. Jose Mourinhos men appeared on course for a routine win after a Matias Dutiro own goal and a strike from Kylian Mbappe put them in command at Estadio Martnez Valero.But Elche showed remarkable character to fight back and put themselves on the cusp of a share of the spoils, Abiel Osorio and Fer Nino erasing Madrids advantage.Yet the hosts were arguably victims of their ambition as they were caught on the counter in stoppage time, Mbappe squaring for Espi to tap in and prevent Madrid suffering another damaging early setback in the LaLiga title race.The win moves Madrid level on points with Barcelona at the top of LaLiga. Hansi Flicks side host Racing Santander on Wednesday.More to follow Topics Elche CF LaLiga Real Madrid CF Add us as a preferred source on Google If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read EXCLUSIVE: JJ Gabriel to join Real Madrid on his 16th birthday in huge blow to Manchester United Jon Fisher 15th September, 2026 Elche v Real Madrid LIVE: Mourinhos men look to move level with La Liga leaders Barcelona Jon Fisher 15th September, 2026 Elche vs Real Madrid: Confirmed teams, full line ups in La Liga Ben Miller 15th September, 2026 Barcelona v Racing Santander: Preview, expected line-ups, stats Mitch Fretton 15th September, 2026 Elche v Real Madrid: Preview, expected line-ups, stats and where to watch Ben Miller 15th September, 2026 Rodri reveals Mourinho phone call after joining Barcelona Mitch Fretton 15th September, 2026
