Sun Oct 26 18:10:10 UTC 2025: Real Madrid Triumph in El Clasico, Extend La Liga Lead
Madrid, Spain – Real Madrid defeated arch-rivals Barcelona 2-1 in a heated El Clasico clash at the Santiago Bernabeu on Sunday, ending a four-game losing streak against the Catalan giants and surging five points clear at the top of the La Liga standings.
Kylian Mbappe opened the scoring for Madrid, though he later missed a penalty, with Jude Bellingham securing the decisive goal before halftime. Fermin Lopez had briefly equalized for Barcelona. Tensions flared throughout the match, culminating in a late red card for Barca’s Pedri after receiving a second yellow card.
Real Madrid now sit on 27 points after winning nine of their first ten league games, while defending champions Barcelona fall to second place on 22 points.
The match was not without its controversies. An early penalty awarded to Madrid was overturned by VAR. Mbappe’s opening goal was initially ruled out for offside, but was later confirmed.
Barcelona, missing key players like Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski, struggled to convert possession into meaningful chances. Despite a late push and nine minutes of stoppage time, they were unable to find an equalizer.
“We have to go on like this; it’s only three points, we have other points to win, and we have to step up,” said Aurelien Tchouameni, who said that Yamal’s pre-match comments had helped to fire up Madrid.
A post-match scuffle between players from both teams further underlined the intense rivalry between the two Spanish powerhouses.
Real Madrid’s victory marks a significant moment in their season, showcasing their ability to perform under pressure after a derby defeat to Atletico Madrid earlier in the campaign.
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