Madrid, April 22 -- Real Madrid secured a narrow 2-1 victory over Alaves, while Real Betis registered an impressive 3-2 win against Girona in the ongoing La Liga season on Wednesday.

Real Madrid continued their push in the title race with a hard-fought win against Alaves. Los Blancos held their composure in a closely contested encounter, edging past their opponents with a one-goal margin to collect three crucial points.

Kylian Mbappe put the hosts ahead with the opening goal in the 30th minute, while Vinicius Junior extended Real Madrid's lead in the 50th minute.

Alaves mounted a late challenge and pulled one back in stoppage time (90+3') through Toni Martinez, but Madrid held firm to secure the win.

The victory helps Los Blancos narr...