Did you expect anything else? After Real Madrid took a 2-0 lead, we saw a Barcelona masterpiece, but it was Mbappé who brought uncertainty back into the game. Nevertheless, Barcelona held on to their advantage and secured a golden victory.FULL TIME!!!! 🌵🌵🌵🌵#ElClásico pic.twitter.com/WXks2YU370— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) May 11, 2025 The match started with high intensity, and it didn’t take long for the drama to begin. In just the 4th minute, Barcelona’s goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny made a rash sliding tackle inside the box, catching a Real Madrid player and leaving the referee with no choice but to award a penalty. Kylian Mbappe stepped up to take it and, despite Szczesny getting a hand to the ball, the Frenchman calmly slotted it inside the left post to give Real Madrid a 1–0 lead. There is the GOAL!Barcelona looked rattled, and things got even worse for them in the 14th minute. After a moment of brilliance from Vinicius Junior, he found Mbappe near the edge of the penalty area. With a quick step inside to create space, Mbappe unleashed a curling strike into the right corner of the net, scoring a sensational second goal and putting Madrid 2–0 up within the first quarter-hour. You can see the goal HERE!KYLIAN MBAPPÉ BREAKS THE RECORD FOR MOST GOALS SCORED IN A DEBUT SEASON FOR REAL MADRID (38)HISTORIC ⚪👑 pic.twitter.com/YMYG5c8Ng4— B/R Football (@brfootball) May 11, 2025 Despite the early setback, Barcelona began to settle and grow into the game. In the 18th minute, young star Lamine Yamal attempted to spark a response, firing a low cross that forced a sharp save from Thibaut Courtois at the near post. Just a minute later, Gerard Martin took a powerful shot from distance that was again met by Courtois, who was alert and well-positioned.Barcelona’s pressure paid off almost immediately. From the resulting corner in the 19th minute, Ferran Torres swung in a well-placed delivery, and Eric Garcia rose highest to meet it, directing a strong header into the left side of the net to make it 2–1. The goal reignited the home crowd and shifted the energy on the pitch. The goal is HERE!Eric pulls one back! 💪#ElClásico pic.twitter.com/moFtFG4SlU— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) May 11, 2025 Barcelona continued to build momentum, and in the 32nd minute, their efforts were rewarded. Lamine Yamal, showing confidence beyond his years, picked up the ball on the edge of the box and fired a low, precise shot inside the left post to level the score at 2–2. Ferran Torres provided the assist, marking his second goal involvement of the match. You can see this beautiful goal HERE!💙❤️🧘🏼♂️ Lamine Yamal has scored 3 goals and delivered 2 assists in 4 games against Real Madrid this season. pic.twitter.com/tBRAuy4mq1— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 11, 2025 Just two minutes later, Barcelona completed their stunning comeback. Pedri played a smart ball to Raphinha at the edge of the area, and the Brazilian winger unleashed a rocket of a shot into the bottom right corner. Courtois had no chance as Barcelona took a 3–2 lead in spectacular fashion. The goal is HERE!Barcelona nearly extended their lead in the 42nd minute when Lamine Yamal floated a lofted cross into the box for Raphinha, whose header just skimmed over the bar. However, they didn’t have to wait long for a fourth. In the final minute of the half, Ferran Torres turned provider once again, this time setting up Raphinha for a close-range finish. The Brazilian made no mistake, firing the ball into the net to make it 4–2. This is the GOAL!🇧🇷 Raphinha against Madrid this season:• 4 games• 5 goals• 2 assists• La Liga 🔜 • Copa del Rey 🏆 • Super Cup 🏆 pic.twitter.com/VQCEZB5X6T— Reshad Rahman (@ReshadFCB) May 11, 2025 By halftime, Barcelona had completely overturned the early two-goal deficit with an electrifying performance, led by the creativity of Lamine Yamal and the finishing prowess of Raphinha. The first half was a rollercoaster, filled with goals, drama, and top-quality football from both sides.El Clásico is living up to the hype 😱5’ 14’ — Kylian Mbappé brace puts Real Madrid in front19’ — Eric García pulls one back32’ — Lamine Yamal levels it34’ 45’ — Raphinha brace flips it for BarçaAnd it’s only halftime 😅🍿 pic.twitter.com/HQfCi0YGq6— CBS Sports Golazo ⚽️ (@CBSSportsGolazo) May 11, 2025 The second half resumed with both teams looking to impose themselves, and it didn’t take long for Barcelona to think they had extended their lead. In the 53rd minute, Lamine Yamal found the back of the net after a flowing move, sparking celebrations among the home fans—but they were short-lived. The linesman raised his flag for offside, and after a quick check, the goal was disallowed. Yamal protested the decision, but the call stood.📸 – LAMINE YAMAL SCORED BUT IT’S OFFSIDE! pic.twitter.com/CjuUxOOPC4— The Touchline | Football Coverage (@TouchlineX) May 11, 2025 Real Madrid responded with renewed urgency, and in the 56th minute, Kylian Mbappe came dangerously close to completing his hat-trick. He received a perfectly weighted through-ball and found himself in a great position inside the penalty area. However, his shot whistled just wide of the right post, letting Barcelona off the hook.As the match progressed, the tempo remained high, with both sides creating chances. In the 70th minute, Real Madrid struck again. Vinicius Junior once again turned provider, sliding a clever ball through to Mbappe, who maintained his composure in a crowded box and slotted home his third goal of the night. The Frenchman completed a memorable hat-trick and reduced Barcelona’s lead to 4–3, setting up a tense final 20 minutes. There is the GOAL!🇫🇷💥 Kylian Mbappé (26) hat-trick alert! 🚨He has 42 goal contributions in his debut season for Real Madrid. 👏 pic.twitter.com/IniQBrInOm— EuroFoot (@eurofootcom) May 11, 2025 Barcelona had opportunities to put the game to bed. In the 75th minute, Raphinha—already with two goals to his name—found space inside the area after a lofted pass but fired narrowly over the crossbar. Just five minutes later, Lamine Yamal had a golden chance to restore the two-goal cushion. He broke through on goal with only Courtois to beat, but his shot was too central and the Madrid keeper made a comfortable save.In the 82nd minute, there was more drama. After a clash in the box, the referee made the VAR signal and jogged over to the monitor to review the incident. For a moment, it looked like Barcelona might get a penalty, but after the review, the referee decided there was no foul and waved play on.Then, deep into stoppage time, came the final blow. In the 90+5th minute, Fermin Lopez picked up the ball near the edge of the box, danced past a couple of defenders, and unleashed a spectacular strike into the right side of the net. Courtois had no chance. It was a brilliant solo effort that sealed the game at 5–3 for Barcelona. After the VAR review, goal was dissallowed because of the hand play by Lopez.LA LIGA – MATCHDAY 35Friday Las Palmas – Rayo Vallecano 0-1 (0-0)/Garcia 66/SaturdayValencia – Getafe 3-0 (3-0)/Pepelu 8 pen, Lopez 18, Duro 37 pen/Celta – Sevilla 3-2 (1-1)/Moriba 19, Mingueza 65, Iglesias 90+1 – Gudelj 45+8, Salas 90+8/Girona – Villarreal 0-1 (0-0)/Eyong 89/Mallorca – Valladolid 2-1 (1-1)/Mascarell 28, Darder 49 – Chuky 11/Atletico Madrid – Real Sociedad 4-0 (0-0)/Sorloth 7,10,11,30/Sunday Leganes – Espanyol 3-2 (2-0)/Cisse 33, Diomande 41, Kumbulla 63 (og) – Cabrera 79, Milla 90+8/Barcelona – Real Madrid 4-3 (4-2)/Garcia 19, Yamal 32, Raphinha 34, 45 – Mbappe 5 pen, 14, 70/19.30: (1.90) Ath.Bilbao (3.35) Alaves (4.40)22.00: (1.65) Betis (3.70) Osasuna (5.60)***odds are subject to change***
