Real Madrid celebrated a landmark occasion for Carlo Ancelotti, who took charge of his 300th match as the club’s head coach, with a dramatic 3-2 victory over Alavés. The match, played at the Santiago Bernabéu, was poised to be a comfortable win for the defending La Liga champions, but late drama nearly spoiled the celebration.

Madrid started the game in dominant fashion, with their attack causing havoc for the Alavés defense. The home side took an early lead through Lucas Vasquez, and by early second half, they had extended their advantage to 3-0, seemingly cruising towards victory.

Ancelotti, who has won multiple titles during his time at Madrid, appeared set to mark his milestone match with a convincing performance. However, as the game wore on, Madrid’s concentration waned, and Alavés took full advantage of their defensive lapses. Two quick goals in a space of a minute from the visitors in the final 5 minutes stunned the home crowd, turning what had been a comfortable evening into a tense finale.

Despite the late scare, Madrid held on for the 3-2 victory, ensuring that Ancelotti’s milestone match ended with three points. While the Italian coach would have preferred a more controlled finish, the result was still a fitting way to honor his incredible tenure at the club.

Ancelotti’s 300th game is a testament to his enduring success at Real Madrid, where he has delivered Champions League and La Liga titles. As the Los Blancos faithful celebrated the win, they also reflected on Ancelotti’s remarkable impact on the club over the years.