Barcelona triumphed over Real Madrid with a 4-0 victory at the Bernabeu in El Clasico, with goals from Robert Lewandowski, Lamine Yamal, and Raphinha. The win places Barcelona, led by Hansi Flick, six points ahead of Real Madrid atop the table. Their league record now stands at 11 games, 10 wins, and one draw.
In the second half, Lewandowski scored twice within three minutes, setting Barcelona on the path to a memorable win. Yamal and Raphinha then capitalized on Madrid’s defensive gaps as they searched for a comeback. Real Madrid entered the match with an impressive streak of 42 unbeaten La Liga games, one short of Barcelona’s record.
Despite early opportunities for Madrid, including Kylian Mbappe’s six offside calls and a disallowed goal, Lewandowski’s experience shone as he opened the scoring and quickly followed up with a looping header. Although Lewandowski missed two promising chances, Barcelona’s Yamal and Raphinha secured the win with two more goals, widening their lead at the top of La Liga.
Talking Point – Barcelona’s Tactical Dominance
Under Hansi Flick’s tactical guidance, Barcelona held a high defensive line, frustrating Madrid’s attacks and catching them offside repeatedly. Despite Madrid’s efforts, Barcelona remained solid defensively, with goalkeeper Inaki Pena making crucial saves and Inigo Martinez leading the defensive effort.
Player of the Match – Inigo Martinez (Barcelona)
Martinez delivered an outstanding defensive performance, consistently keeping Madrid’s attack in check and making critical challenges to preserve a clean sheet at the Bernabeu.
Player Ratings
- Real Madrid: Lunin 6, Lucas 6, Militao 6, Rudiger 6, Mendy 6, Valverde 7, Tchouameni 6, Camavinga 6, Bellingham 7, Vinicius Junior 7, Mbappe 7. Subs: Diaz 6, Garcia 6, Modric 6.
- Barcelona: Pena 8, Kounde 7, Cubarsi 8, Martinez 9, Balde 8, Casado 7, Pedri 7, Yamal 8, Lopez 7, Raphinha 8, Lewandowski 7. Subs: De Jong 7, Gavi 7, Olmo 6.
Match Highlights
- 32′ – Mbappe’s Goal Disallowed: Mbappe found the net but VAR ruled him offside.
- 54′ – Goal! Lewandowski Opens the Scoring: Lewandowski beats the offside trap and slots the ball into the bottom corner.
- 56′ – Goal! Lewandowski Scores Again: Lewandowski heads home a looping cross from Balde.
- 66′ – Lewandowski Hits the Post: Raphinha breaks clear, setting up Lewandowski, who hits the post.
- 77′ – Goal! Yamal Secures the Lead: Raphinha sets up Yamal, who scores on the counter-attack.
- 84′ – Goal! Raphinha Adds a Fourth: Raphinha finishes with a chip over the keeper following a long ball.
