On October 26, 2025, La Liga Round 10 featured the highly anticipated El Clásico, with Real Madrid CF hosting FC Barcelona at the Santiago Bernabéu.
Alonso Leads Real Madrid Toward Third Consecutive Win
Under coach Alonso’s leadership, Real Madrid has been in excellent form, aiming for its third straight league win. For this match, Kylian Mbappé led the attack with Jude Bellingham and Vinícius Júnior on the flanks.
Despite Barcelona’s previous four consecutive El Clásico wins, the team has been plagued by injuries. Head coach Hansi Flick was suspended and could not be on the sidelines. Barcelona’s starting attack featured Ferran Torres, Marcus Rashford, Fermín López, and Lamine Yamal.
Intense First Half: Real Takes the Lead Again
The match started with high intensity. In the 2nd minute, Vinícius went down in the box, and the referee initially awarded a penalty. However, VAR overturned the decision after determining Vinícius had fouled Yamal first.
In the 11th minute, Mbappé found the net with a powerful strike, but it was ruled out for offside. Just 11 minutes later, Bellingham delivered a brilliant through ball, allowing Mbappé to slot it past the goalkeeper, giving Real Madrid a 1–0 lead.
In the 38th minute, Barcelona equalised through Fermín. But only five minutes later, Vinícius delivered a perfect cross, Éder Militão headed it across the goal, and Bellingham tapped it in to restore Real Madrid’s advantage.
Second Half Tension: Real Holds Firm
Barcelona controlled more possession in the second half, but Real Madrid’s defence and counterattack remained sharp. In the 50th minute, Bellingham’s cross struck Eric García’s hand, and after a VAR review, the referee awarded a penalty. Mbappé stepped up to take it but was denied by Wojciech Szczęsny.
In stoppage time, the tension escalated again as Pedri received a second yellow card and was sent off, sparking a confrontation between the players.
In the end, Real Madrid claimed a 2–1 home victory, snapping their four-match El Clásico losing streak. They now sit top of the La Liga table with 27 points, five ahead of Barcelona.
Real Madrid Wins Despite Less Possession
Real Madrid had only 32% possession but still managed an impressive 23 shots, 10 of which were on target, and 12 corner kicks.
In contrast, Barcelona dominated possession with 68% but failed to convert their control into a result. Mbappé’s crucial goal earned him the Man of the Match award, once again proving decisive for Real’s strong run.
This victory not only solidifies Real Madrid’s lead at the top of La Liga but also boosts their confidence and momentum. Defeating their arch-rivals, Barcelona, gives the team a huge morale lift and strengthens their position as title contenders in the 2025–26 season.
