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April 22, 2024
In a thrilling Clasico Sunday evening, Real Madrid showcased their resilience by coming from behind twice to secure a dramatic 3-2 victory over Barcelona at Santiago Bernabeu. The match was marked by high tension and intense competition. Jude Bellingham netted the winning goal in stoppage time, capping off a memorable performance. Vinicius Junior and Lucas Vazquez played pivotal roles for Carlo Ancelotti’s side, ensuring they maintained their dominance over their great rivals and avoided any slip-ups.
Bellingham’s decisive late goal, originating from a perfectly timed cross by Vazquez, solidified Real Madrid’s commanding an 11-point advantage atop La Liga, inching them closer to what seems to be an inevitable title. Earlier in the match, Barcelona’s Andreas Christensen opened the scoring, putting pressure on Madrid before Vinicius equalized with a well-taken penalty.
As the second half progressed, Barcelona regained the lead through substitute Fermin Lopez. Still, Vazquez quickly responded, leveling the match once again. The first half was not without controversy; a potential goal by Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal was disallowed after a VAR review deemed the evidence inconclusive. It appeared Yamal had flicked the ball over the line from a corner. Still, with La Liga needing more goal-line technology, the decision left the visiting team frustrated and questioning their luck. The thrilling back-and-forth of the match highlighted the fierce rivalry and drama that defines El Clasico, with Real Madrid ultimately emerging triumphant.
Jude Bellingham continues to elevate his debut season with Real Madrid, finding yet another way to leave his mark. His stoppage-time goal not only clinched the Clasico victory but also likely secured the La Liga title for Los Blancos, making it a memorable highlight of his campaign, even among his other stunning goals. Having already scored twice in the earlier fixture this season, Bellingham can now add a title win to his impressive resume.
Lucas Vazquez was a standout performer, tirelessly patrolling the right flank. He scored one goal and played a pivotal role in setting up the winner while successfully containing Raphinha. His contributions come on the heels of a crucial penalty he scored in the UEFA Champions League, showcasing his importance to the team.
Real Madrid: Lunin 4, Vazquez 8, Rudiger 6, Tchouameni 6, Camavinga 5, Kroos 5, Modric 6, Valverde 6, Bellingham 7, Rodrygo 6, Vinicius 7. Subs: Diaz 7, Garcia 6, Militao 6.
Barcelona: Ter Stegen 7, Cancelo 4, Cubarsi 5, Araujo 6, Kounde 7, Christensen 6, De Jong 6, Gundogan 6, Raphinha 6, Yamal 8, Lewandowski 4. Subs: Pedri 6, Fermin 7, Torres 5, Felix 6.
6′ – GOAL! REAL MADRID 0-1 BARCELONA (CHRISTENSEN)
Barcelona strikes first! Raphinha’s in-swinging corner confuses Lunin, who flaps at it, allowing Christensen to head home.
17′ – PENALTY TO REAL MADRID!
Clear penalty as Vazquez breezes past Cancelo and is tripped by Cubarsi in the box.
18′ – GOAL! REAL MADRID 1-1 BARCELONA (VINICIUS)
Vinicius calmly converts the penalty, stuttering his run before slotting past Ter Stegen.
28′ – NO GOAL!
Yamal’s in-swinging corner is nearly headed in, but Lunin keeps it out. After a lengthy VAR check, the goal is disallowed due to inconclusive evidence.
69′ – GOAL! REAL MADRID 1-2 BARCELONA (FERMIN)
Yamal’s dangerous cross forces a save from Lunin, but it falls perfectly for Fermin, who scores.
73′ – GOAL! REAL MADRID 2-2 BARCELONA (VAZQUEZ)
Vazquez equalizes, tapping in a cross from Vinicius at the back post while Cancelo is unaware.
78′ – GREAT SAVE!
Ter Stegen denies Vinicius in a one-on-one situation, keeping the score level.
90+1′ – GOAL! REAL MADRID 3-2 BARCELONA (BELLINGHAM)
Bellingham secures the win and the title! He hammers a flicked-on cross from Vazquez into the roof of the net.
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