In a fiercely contested El Clasico, Real Madrid defeated Barcelona 2-1 in a La Liga match held on October 26, 2025. This victory sent Real Madrid on their way to the top of the league table. Instead, now they sit atop Barcelona’s table by five points. The game featured fierce competition, world-class play, and dramatic twists that thrilled supporters from both teams.
Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe were the two best players on the pitch for Real Madrid. Their key contributions helped lead the team to win it all. Barcelona were only able to get one goal across but lost in the second tie against their arch-rivals. The match showed just how high the stakes were, as both clubs desperately needed points in the tightly contested La Liga campaign.
The game took place at the iconic Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, providing a vibrant atmosphere as fans rallied behind their respective teams. If this El Clasico were meant to prove anything, it was the extent of the rivalry between the two clubs. It further amplified their contrasting positions in the league table. With this victory, Real Madrid have established themselves as genuine title challengers. On the other hand, Barcelona have to regroup and figure out a plan for their next matches.
Local artists Patrick Keddie and Manasi Pathak have documented this memorable encounter in a catchy video. You can view it on the new sports page of our home Al Jazeera. If you’re interested in a more in-depth commentary on the event, read the complete report posted online. Watch the full segment from Al Jazeera Sports here.
