Arda Güler Stars as Real Madrid Crush Deportiva Minera 5-0

Arda Güler shone with two goals as Real Madrid comfortably defeated fourth-tier side Deportiva Minera 5-0 to advance to the Copa del Rey last 16. Federico Valverde opened the scoring with a volley just five minutes in, and Eduardo Camavinga doubled the lead eight minutes later with a header from Fran García’s cross. Valverde later assisted Turkey winger Güler, who netted Real’s third in the 28th minute with a precise left-footed strike into the bottom corner.

Luka Modric extended the lead after halftime with a composed low drive and Güler capped off the dominant performance with a second goal, finishing from García’s square pass just before full-time. This match marked Real Madrid’s debut in this season’s Copa del Rey as they skipped the earlier rounds due to their Spanish Super Cup commitments.

Under Carlo Ancelotti, the team looks to improve on last season’s disappointing last-16 exit, where they were eliminated by Atletico Madrid. Real Madrid, 20-time Copa del Rey champions, showed their depth by resting key players including Jude Bellingham. The England midfielder, who missed a penalty but scored a dramatic stoppage-time winner against Valencia in La Liga last week, sat out the cup tie.

The win reflects Madrid’s intent to challenge on multiple fronts this season with Arda Güler’s breakout performance adding to their attacking options. The teenager’s goals, supported by Valverde and García’s assists, underline the squad’s mix of experienced stars and emerging talent. Real Madrid will now look ahead to the last 16 as they continue their quest to add another Copa del Rey title to their illustrious history.