The team beat the team 2-1 this Sunday (26), at the Santiago Bernabéu stadium, and opened a five-point lead at the top of the team. The result ended the Catalans’ run of four wins in the derby last season. He was one of the characters of the game, playing an important role in the offensive transitions and participating in the winning goal, but he left the field angry when he was substituted in the second half, in an episode that reflected the tense atmosphere of the game and his loss of his untouchable status in the squad.
opened the scoring in the 22nd minute, after Jude Bellingham’s throw behind the defense. Barça tied at 38, with Fermín López taking advantage of an error when the Merengue ball was released. Before the break, Bellingham put Real back in front by heading in a cross from Vinícius Júnior on the left.
The classic was played at an intense pace, with harsh tackles, provocations and frequent VAR interventions. A penalty awarded to Real in the second half, due to Eric García’s handball, was saved by Szczesny from Mbappé’s kick. The referee also disallowed the Frenchman’s goal for offside.
Real’s performance was based on quick offensive transitions, mainly with Vini Jr. and Mbappé exploiting the space left by Barcelona’s advanced defense. In midfield, Camavinga and Tchouaméni played an important role in marking Pedri and Frenkie de Jong, making it difficult for the Catalans to build up. The visiting team tried to press in the final stage, but found it difficult to create clear chances. In stoppage time, Pedri was sent off. After the final whistle, there was widespread discussion between players, with security needing to intervene.
One of the most memorable moments of the game occurred in the 26th minute of the second half, when Vinícius Júnior was replaced by Rodrygo and left the field angry. The Brazilian went straight to the locker room before returning to the bench. The reaction exposed the attacker’s discomfort, who no longer has the untouchable status he had under Carlo Ancelotti. With the victory, Real reaches 27 points and reinforces its lead. Barcelona remains with 22, in second place.
