Madrid, Aug. 31 -- Real Madrid moved to the top of La Liga with a 2-1 win at home to Mallorca.
Despite an early setback with Vedat Muriqi's goal for Mallorca in the 18th minute, which came against the run of play, Real Madrid quickly turned the match around with two rapid goals on Saturday night.
Arda Guler scored from Dean Huijsen's knockdown in the 37th minute and a minute later Vinicius Jr. scored a low left-foot shot.
Although Kylian Mbappe had two goals ruled out for offside and Guler had another effort ruled out for handball, Real Madrid remained comfortable with its narrow lead.
Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid's early-season struggles continued under Diego Simeone as they were held to a 1-1 draw away to Alaves.
Giuliano Simeone put A...