New Delhi, Jan. 4 -- Real Madrid kicked off 2026 on a high note, delivering a dominant performance to crush Real Betis 5-1 at the iconic Santiago Bernabeu on Sunday (January 4). Young striker Gonzalo Garcia stole the show, netting a brilliant hat-trick in the absence of injured star Kylian Mbappe. This convincing victory keeps Los Blancos hot on the heels of league leaders Barcelona, narrowing the gap to just four points.

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