Real Madrid rescued a 2-2 draw at Elche on Sunday after coming from behind twice in a pulsating second half.

The result extended Real's winless run to three matches in all competitions, but they reclaimed top spot in LaLiga on 32 points, one ahead of Barcelona.

After a lacklustre first half, it was Elche who struck first in the 53rd minute from an impressive team move.

German Varela's exquisite backheel assist found Aleix Febas inside the box, and the midfielder took one touch before delicately slotting the ball past goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois via the post.

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