Real Madrid 2-0 Getafe: 5 Talking Points as Los Blancos chart up an easy win | La Liga 2021-22

#3 Casemiro makes a mark

Casemiro scores a diving header.

Casemiro scored the opening goal and allowed the hosts to take some pressure off. The diving header to reach Vinicius' cross was mightily impressive.

The Brazilian won two duels, made 11 recoveries, made one interception, created one chance and made one clearance throughout the game. Casemiro's performance was astute offensively as well as defensively. He carried out his duties perfectly and will hope for a similar performance against Chelsea.

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#2 Brazilians light up the wings for Real Madrid

Vinicius Jr in action against Getafe.

Vinicius Jr. and Rodrygo put in massive performances on the wings for Los Blancos. Vinicius set up Casemiro with an amazing outside of the boot cross. It was his 12th assist of the season in all competitions. Apart from that, he won eight duels, made three recoveries, won one tackle, completed four dribbles and created four chances throughout his stay on the pitch.

Meanwhile, Rodrygo was a bright spot on the right flank. The Brazilian set up Vazquez for Real Madrid's second goal of the night. Rodrygo created the most chances throughout the game (4). He looked threatening every time he advanced higher up the pitch.

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#1 Real Madrid maintain a healthy lead

Casemiro played a vital role.

With this win over Getafe, Real Madrid kept their 12-point lead intact at the top of the table. Los Blancos comfortably sit at the top of the table with 72 points after 31 games. Second-placed Sevilla have 60 points. Meanwhile, Barcelona sit in third position with 57 points but they do have two games in hand.

With just seven games left to be played, Real Madrid should see this through without much jitters. Key fixtures that still remain for the Merengues are against Sevilla, Atletico Madrid and Real Betis. Ancelotti will be hoping to see the end through comfortably in La Liga and focus on the Champions League as well.