by Lucy
FC Barcelona on Sunday defeated arch-rivals Real Madrid in a thrilling El Clásico encounter, securing a crucial victory in the Spanish La Liga.
The Spanish Super Cup final was at Jeddah, Saudi Arabia,
The keenly contested match, played at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, saw Barcelona edge past Madrid with a composed and disciplined performance that delighted home fans.
Barcelona took control early in the game, dominating possession and creating several scoring chances before breaking the deadlock in the first half.
Real Madrid responded with increased pressure after the break, but Barcelona’s defence remained resolute.
Madrid managed to pull one back in the second half, raising the tempo of the game, but Barcelona restored their advantage with a well-worked goal that sealed the contest.
The victory strengthens Barcelona’s position on the league table and boosts their confidence as the season progresses, while Real Madrid will look to regroup ahead of their next fixtures.
Both teams showcased the intensity and quality that have continued to define El Clásico as one of world football’s biggest rivalries.
