Mbappe's brace secures tense victory for Real Madrid over Betis

MADRID - Real Madrid secured a tough 2-0 victory over Real Betis on Sunday, thanks to two goals in the second half from Kylian Mbappe. The win marked the LaLiga champions' second victory of the season.

Real controlled possession but struggled against a well organised Betis defence until they finally managed to break the deadlock in the 67th minute with Mbappe striking a close-range effort from a brilliant back-heel pass by midfielder Federico Valverde.

The France captain secured the points in the 75th minute from the penalty spot after Vinicius Jr was fouled inside the box by goalkeeper Rui Silva.

Real moved to second in the standings with eight points, four behind leaders Barcelona.