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Mallorca Stuns Real Madrid with Late Winner

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Mallorca pulled off a stunning upset against Real Madrid with a 2-1 victory at Son Moix, thanks to Vedat Muriqi's stoppage-time winner. The relegation battlers took the lead just before halftime through Manu Morlanes, who capitalized on Pablo Maffeo's cross to fire past Andriy Lunin.

Éder Militão, making his first appearance since December following a hamstring injury, headed in an equalizer from Trent Alexander-Arnold's corner in the 88th minute. But Muriqi, who had seen his Kosovo side's World Cup hopes dashed during the international break, broke Real Madrid hearts with a clinical finish from Mateo Joseph's cross in the final moments.

Despite fielding Kylian Mbappé and Alexander-Arnold from the start, Real Madrid struggled to break down Mallorca's resolute defense. Mallorca keeper Leo Román made several crucial saves, including stops against Mbappé and Brahim Díaz, as the hosts held on for a vital three points that lifted them out of the relegation zone.