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Karim Benzema scored the sixth goal of the season
Real Madrid scored twice in four minutes to win against Valencia and take the top spot in La Liga
Vinicius Jr. collected Karim Benzema’s pass, and his strike was deflected in at near post on 86 minute.
Two minutes later, the roles were reversed when Vinicius of Brazil sent in a cross to Benzema for his sixth goal of this season.
Valencia was ahead when Hugo Duro made a perfect finish in the corner, but they couldn't hold on.
Valencia had the better chance and Real goalkeeper Thibaut Courois was forced to make a brilliant reaction save to deny Gabriel's head. Maxi Gomez scored a free kick narrowly wide.
Goncalo Guedes led the charge in the second half.
Real moved forward late in the game and Vinicius' curler at Giorgi Mamardashvili by Vinicius was a warning signal for the home team, who conceded two late goals.
Real Madrid is unbeaten under their new boss Carlos Ancelotti. They have won four games and drawn one this season while Valencia lost their first game.
