El Clasico drama in Madrid last night as Real secured a 2-1 win over Barcelona! ⚽️🔥 From Mumbai flats to Manila coffee shops, fans got their football fix: Kylian Mbappe fired Los Blancos ahead, Fermin Lopez equalised for the visitors, but Jude Bellingham's thunderbolt before halftime sealed the deal. Highlights time:
- Mbappe's early opener – The French star put Real ahead but later missed a penalty. 🎯❌
- Fermin's reply – Barcelona's rising talent Fermin Lopez drew level, sparking optimism across the Blaugrana faithful. 🙌
- Bellingham's big moment – Midfield dynamo Bellingham smashed home the winner, putting Real five points clear at the top. 🚀
- Pedri sent off – Tensions boiled over as Barcelona playmaker Pedri saw red for a second yellow late on. 🟥
Coach Xabi Alonso's first Clasico as Real boss ended Barcelona's perfect record against them last season, proving Los Blancos shine under pressure. "We needed this feeling," Alonso said, while midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni added, "We showed what we can do on big occasions." 💬
Meanwhile, Barcelona's tactics were steered by assistant Marcus Sorg, as Hansi Flick served a suspension. Sorg stayed upbeat: "The season is long, 28 games to go – we're not scared." 💪
For young fans juggling studies, side hustles, or streaming the latest K-drama, this Clasico was a reminder that football's thrill never sleeps. Grab your phones, La Liga's race is on! 📱🔥
Reference(s):
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