Real Madrid misses chance to go top of La Liga after Rayo thriller

Rodrygo of Real Madrid celebrates a goal during the Spanish La Liga match between Rayo Vallecano and Real Madrid, December 14, 2024. /CFP

In the Spanish La Liga, 36-time league champion Real Madrid missed a golden opportunity to leapfrog leaders Barcelona, as defensive errors saw them held to a thrilling 3-3 draw by local rivals Rayo Valleco on Saturday.

After Rayo jumped out to a 2-0 lead, F