In a highly anticipated clash on October 26, Barcelona delivered a commanding 4-0 victory over Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu, effectively ending Madrid’s impressive 42-game unbeaten streak. The El Clasico showdown drew immense excitement, fueled by both teams’ strong recent performances in the UEFA Champions League.
Flick’s Defense Contains Mbappe’s Threat
The first half remained goalless, though Kylian Mbappe believed he had netted the opening goal in the 30th minute. However, a VAR review determined he was offside—a position he found himself in eight times throughout the match. Barcelona’s organized defensive strategy, orchestrated by head coach Hansi Flick, successfully neutralized Mbappe’s speed and disrupted his chances. Despite a few missed opportunities, Real Madrid was unable to capitalize before halftime.
Lewandowski Leads Barca’s Attack in the Second Half
Barcelona came out strong in the second half, breaking the deadlock when Marc Casado’s through ball allowed Robert Lewandowski to score in a one-on-one with Andriy Lunin. Just two minutes later, Alejandro Balde’s cross found Lewandowski, who headed it into the net, giving Barcelona a 2-0 lead. The Polish striker nearly completed a hat-trick in the 66th minute but missed an open goal.
Yamal Impresses in His Clasico Debut
In his first Clasico appearance, young talent Lamine Yamal made an impact in the 77th minute. Following a series of passes from Inaki Pena and Raphinha, Yamal found the back of the net with a well-placed shot. Barcelona wasn’t finished yet; Inigo Martinez’s long pass in the 84th minute found Raphinha, who lobbed the ball over Lunin, sealing Barcelona’s 4-0 victory.
Looking Ahead: Upcoming Matches
Barcelona will face Espanyol in their next derby match on November 3, while Real Madrid travels to Mestalla to take on Valencia. With this emphatic win, Barcelona has secured momentum as they continue their campaign, leaving Madrid to regroup after a humbling home defeat.
