By Way2Jobs Barcelona triumphed over Real Madrid with a thrilling 4-3 victory in El Clásico on May 11, 2025, ]at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys. This win propels Barcelona to a seven-point lead in La Liga with only three matches remaining, placing them on the verge of clinching the title.(ESPN.com, The Guardian)
Match Highlights
- Real Madrid’s Early Lead: Kylian Mbappé scored twice within the first 15 minutes, giving Madrid a 2-0 advantage.
- Barcelona’s Comeback: Eric García initiated the comeback with a header, followed by a stunning goal from 17-year-old Lamine Yamal. Raphinha then netted two goals, putting Barcelona ahead 4-2 by halftime.
- Second Half Drama: Mbappé completed his hat-trick in the second half, narrowing the gap to 4-3. Despite late efforts from Madrid, including a missed opportunity by debutant Victor Muñoz, Barcelona held on for the win.(ElHuffPost, The Guardian)
Implications
This victory marks Barcelona’s fourth El Clásico win of the season and brings them closer to securing the La Liga title. Head coach Hansi Flick praised the team’s offensive prowess but emphasized the need for defensive improvements, noting the three goals conceded in this match and in each leg of their Champions League semi-final against Inter Milan. (The Guardian)
Controversies
The match wasn’t without controversy. Vinícius Júnior faced criticism for requesting a substitution due to discomfort in the 75th minute, only to retract his decision, preventing Endrick from entering the game. This incident drew sharp remarks from commentators, highlighting issues within Madrid’s squad dynamics. (Cadena SER)
For a visual recap of this exhilarating match, you can watch the highlights below: