In a breathtaking display of football, Barcelona emerged victorious over Real Madrid in a pulsating El Clasico, winning 4-3 at Montjuic Stadium Sunday evening.
This thrilling encounter not only delighted fans but also solidified Barcelona’s position at the top of LaLiga.
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The match kicked off with a bang as Real Madrid quickly took control, with Kylian Mbappe netting two goals within the first 15 minutes, putting the visitors ahead 2-0.
However, the tide turned when Barcelona’s Eric Garcia found the back of the net just five minutes later, igniting a remarkable comeback for the home side.
Barcelona’s young star, Lamine Yamal, showcased his talent with a stunning curling shot that leveled the score.
Raphinha then added two more goals before halftime, giving Barcelona a commanding 4-2 lead at the break.
Despite a strong push from Real Madrid, including a denied penalty and a disallowed goal, the first half ended with Barcelona firmly in control.
The second half saw Real Madrid fight back, with Mbappe completing his hat-trick in the 70th minute, narrowing the gap to just one goal. Tension mounted as both teams had goals ruled out in the closing moments, and a potential penalty for Barcelona was also dismissed after a VAR review.
Ultimately, Barcelona’s explosive first-half performance proved decisive, allowing them to secure the three points and inch closer to the LaLiga title.
With their next match against Espanyol on the horizon, Barcelona could clinch the championship, while Real Madrid will aim to regroup against Mallorca on the same day.
