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Ronaldo fires Real back to top

Cristiano Ronaldo helped Real Madrid reclaim sole possession of the Spanish league on Sunday, scoring one goal and setting up another in a dominant 3-0 victory over 10-man Levante at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Ronaldo recorded his league-leading 24th goal of the season to get Real rolling in the 11th minute.

The Ballon d’Or winner then passed for Marcelo to score in the 49th and ensure Real extended its undefeated streak in all competitions to 29 straight matches.

David Navarro was sent off for tackling Ronaldo from behind in the 64th. Levante defender Nikos Karabelas then turned in an own goal in the 82nd minute.

Athletic Bilbao drew 1-1 at Valencia to increase its hold on fourth place and the last Champions League berth. Sevilla routed Almeria 3-1, while Espanyol eased to a 3-1 home win over Elche.




 

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