Kylian Mbappe scored three goals as Real Madrid beat Real Sociedad 4 1 at the Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
Real Madrid struggled during the first half. The team then produced a much stronger performance after the break and secured a convincing win.
Mbappe Gives Madrid First Half Lead
Real Madrid started slowly at home.
Real Sociedad looked dangerous during the opening stages. Take Kubo created an early chance for Mikel Oyarzabal, but Thibaut Courtois made a close range save.
The visitors threatened again before halftime. Sergio Gomez sent a volley just wide of the far post.
Madrid eventually found the breakthrough in the 40th minute.
Federico Valverde played a superb pass through the Sociedad defense. Mbappe raced into the box, cut inside and fired the ball into the top corner.
Real Madrid led 1 0.
Sociedad responded almost immediately.
Four minutes later, Luka Sucic equalised with a low shot after a deflected effort fell into his path.
The teams went into halftime level at 1 1.
Madrid fans had shown their frustration during the first half. The home side looked slow in possession and struggled to deal with Sociedad’s counter attacks.
Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| What happened | Real Madrid defeated Real Sociedad 4 1. |
| Where | Santiago Bernabeu, Madrid |
| When | August 26, 2026 |
| Who is involved | Real Madrid, Real Sociedad, Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr, Jude Bellingham and Jose Mourinho |
| Current status | Real Madrid won the match, with Mbappe scoring three goals. |
| Why it matters | The result gives Madrid an important early season victory and highlights Mbappe's attacking form. |
Madrid Dominate After Halftime, Mbappe Shines
Jose Mourinho changed the team’s approach after halftime.
Marc Cucurella came on, while Madrid increased the intensity of their attacking play.
Mbappe and Vinicius Jr began to find more space behind the Sociedad defence.
Madrid regained the lead in the 60th minute.
Mbappe and Jude Bellingham combined inside the penalty area. Mbappe finished the move with a low shot past Alex Remiro.
Madrid then increased their advantage eight minutes later.
Bellingham pressed Sociedad near the byline and won the ball back. He sent a low cross into the area.
Vinicius Jr arrived to finish from close range.
Madrid led 3 1.
Mbappe completed his hat trick in the 80th minute.
Vinicius played a clever pass behind the defence. Mbappe moved into the open space and chipped the ball over Remiro.
His third goal completed a memorable night at the Bernabeu.
The match marked Mourinho’s return to the Santiago Bernabeu as Real Madrid’s manager after more than 13 years.
The Portuguese coach previously managed Madrid from 2010 to 2013.
His return attracted attention before the match. However, the main focus quickly moved to the team’s performance on the pitch.
Mourinho’s team answered that reaction with four goals across the match and a much stronger display after halftime.
Mbappe's Hat Trick Powers Madrid Victory
Mbappe’s performance is the biggest talking point from the match.
The French forward scored three different types of goals. He finished a powerful attack before halftime, scored a low finish after combining with Bellingham and later produced a calm chip over the goalkeeper.
Vinicius also played an important role. His goal added to Madrid’s advantage, while his assist helped Mbappe complete the hat trick.
Bellingham contributed to two goals. His passing helped create Mbappe’s second goal, and his pressing led to Vinicius’ strike.
The result also gives Mourinho a positive home return.
Mbappe Fires Madrid to Convincing Win
Real Madrid defeated Real Sociedad 4 1 at the Santiago Bernabeu, with Mbappe scoring a hat trick.
Madrid struggled early but improved significantly after halftime. Vinicius Jr and Jude Bellingham also made key contributions as the home side secured a strong victory.
