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Celta Vigo 2-4 Real Madrid: Report, Ratings & Reaction as Benzema Stars in Thrilling Los Blancos Win

Real Madrid continued their unbeaten start under Santiago Solari with a hard fought 4-2 win over Celta Vigo at the Abanca-Balaidos, on an eventful day in La Liga.

Karim Benzema starred for the Los Blancos to close the gap on leaders Barcelona - who suffered a shock home defeat against Real Betis. The Frenchman opened the scoring, before having a hand Real's second - only for Hugo Mallo to pull one back for the hosts.

An audacious penalty from Sergio Ramos and Dani Cabellos' curling effort made it 4-1, with Brais Mendez netting a late consolation.

Check out our breakdown of the game below.