Real Madrid continued their impressive start to the La Liga season with a commanding 4-0 victory over Malaga at the Santiago Bernabeu on Sunday. The match showcased the talents of Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe, both of whom found the back of the net, contributing to the team's flawless performance under manager Jose Mourinho.

The hosts wasted no time in asserting their dominance, scoring three goals within a span of just over ten minutes in the first half. Bellingham opened the scoring in the 19th minute with a brilliant solo effort, maneuvering past two defenders before slotting the ball through the legs of Malaga goalkeeper Alfonso Herrero.

Just seven minutes later, an unfortunate own goal by Herrero doubled Real Madrid's lead. After Mbappe's initial shot was saved, Bellingham directed the rebound towards the goal, but it ricocheted off Herrero as defender Carlos Puga attempted to clear it off the line.

Mbappe then added the third goal in the 29th minute, volleying home from a cross delivered by Trent Alexander-Arnold, marking his fourth goal of the season and placing him at the top of the scoring charts in Spain.

Despite Malaga's efforts to respond, including a shot from Rafa Rodriguez that struck the post, Real Madrid maintained control. The second half saw Madrid manage the game effectively, with Bellingham coming close to extending the lead, hitting the outside of the post.

The final goal came late in the match when Vinicius Junior set up substitute Arda Guler for a close-range finish, sealing the comprehensive victory for Los Blancos. Bellingham expressed his enjoyment of his attacking midfield role under Mourinho, stating, "I’ve got the freedom to go higher or lower if we need, I’m enjoying myself a lot."

The win marks Real Madrid's second consecutive victory in the league, further boosting the team's confidence as they look to maintain their momentum. Mourinho made several changes to the starting lineup, giving opportunities to players like Alexander-Arnold and Marc Cucurella, who made their first starts of the season.

After the match, Mourinho emphasized the importance of a solid defensive performance, stating, "Football isn’t just about having fun with the beauty of the goals — it’s also about going home thinking that we’re a solid unit." This victory also marked the first clean sheet for Real Madrid this season, a significant achievement for the team.

As the season progresses, Real Madrid will aim to build on this strong foundation, with their next challenge on the horizon as they strive to maintain their unbeaten run in La Liga.