Real Madrid 2-1 Barcelona: Mbappe Enters Elite El Clasico Goalscoring Club As Los Blancos Extend La Liga Lead
Story: Written by Uzuh Rita October 27,2025
Real Madrid secured a crucial 2-1 win over fierce rivals Barcelona at the Santiago Bernabeu on Sunday, with Kylian Mbappe once again delivering on the biggest stage. The French superstar found the net as Los Blancos tightened their grip on the La Liga title race by moving five points clear of the Catalan side.
Mbappe Reaches Historic Milestone in El Clasico
Mbappe’s breakthrough strike made him only the third footballer in history to score in four consecutive El Clasico clashes. The only players previously to achieve this remarkable feat are global icons Cristiano Ronaldo and Ronaldinho.
Ronaldo recorded seven goals in six Clasico appearances during 2012.
Ronaldinho hit four goals in five showdowns with Real Madrid between 2004 and 2006.
Real Madrid’s opener arrived in the 22nd minute when Jude Bellingham sliced through Barcelona’s defense with a precise pass. Mbappe calmly finished past the goalkeeper to ignite the home crowd.
Barcelona equalised shortly after through Fermin Lopez in the 38th minute. However, Bellingham restored Madrid’s advantage just before halftime with a composed finish, marking another influential display from the English sensation.
Mbappe later had the chance to extend the lead from the penalty spot early in the second half, although his effort was saved. The miss did not prove costly as Xabi Alonso’s men held strong to claim a significant victory.
Mbappe’s Dominant Record Against Barcelona Grows
Mbappe’s consistency in high-stakes encounters remains a key storyline for Madrid. The forward has now:
Scored 11 goals and provided 2 assists in just 10 La Liga appearances this season
Registered 5 goals in 3 Champions League league-phase matches
Reached 12 goals in 9 career meetings with Barcelona, including 4 goals in his last two La Liga Clasicos
These numbers underscore his reputation as one of the greatest big-game performers in modern football.
Xabi Alonso Praises Team Focus and Determination
Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso highlighted the psychological and competitive importance of the result. Speaking after the match, he stated:
“The motivation was total. Beyond the three points, it was vital to show who we are and what we aspire to be. The energy, conviction, and connection with the fans were exceptional.”
Alonso also acknowledged the value of key players returning from injury, which allowed the team to defend strongly and generate a high number of scoring opportunities.
What Comes Next for Real Madrid
Los Blancos continue a demanding run of fixtures that could define their season. They will aim to secure a sixth consecutive win in all competitions when they welcome Valencia to the Bernabeu on Saturday. A huge Champions League showdown at Anfield against Liverpool awaits shortly afterwards.
With Mbappe in elite form and Bellingham orchestrating the midfield, Real Madrid appear fully equipped to maintain their dominance on both domestic and European fronts.
