Kylian Mbappe ’s first-half display and a great performance from Dani Ceballos paved the way for Real Madrid to move two points clear of Atletico Madrid — who lost 1-0 at Leganes — and seven ahead of Barcelona. And there was more good news as David Alaba returned, 399 days after his serious knee injury.

Los Blancos are in the midst of a three-match La Liga home winning streak dating to November 2024 against Osasuna. Las Palmas are on a three-match away unbeaten streak. The last time they were defeated in a La Liga away game was November 2024 against Atletico Madrid.

Kylian Mbappe's heroics helped Real Madrid earn a 4-1 La Liga home win against UD Las Palmas on Sunday, January 19. The Frenchman bagged a brace (18' P, 36'). Brahim Diaz (33') and Rodrygo (57') also found the back of the net for Carlo Ancelotti's side.