‎Real Madrid Player Ratings vs Barcelona: Bellingham Leads El Clasico Triumph as Los Blancos Go Top

By: Shawn
‎Real Madrid secured a crucial 2-1 victory over Barcelona in the season’s first El Clasico, with Jude Bellingham once again delivering a match-winning performance. The England international played a decisive role in both goals, while Kylian Mbappe continued his strong form as Los Blancos extended their lead in the La Liga title race.
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‎Jude Bellingham starred with a goal and assist as Real Madrid defeated Barcelona 2-1, taking control of the 2025 La Liga title race.
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‎The game began with Real Madrid pressing high and looking dangerous in attack. Vinicius Jr thought he had won an early penalty, but the decision was overturned after replays showed he fouled Lamine Yamal. Mbappe had a goal disallowed for offside soon after, but his persistence paid off when Bellingham played him through, and the French forward fired into the bottom corner.
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‎Barcelona responded when Arda Guler’s misplaced pass on the edge of his own box allowed Fermin Lopez to equalize. Madrid restored their advantage before halftime through Bellingham, who found space in the box to convert from close range after being left unmarked during a set piece.
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‎The second half saw Madrid defend their lead effectively. Mbappe missed a chance to double it when Wojciech Szczesny saved his penalty after a lengthy VAR review. Xabi Alonso’s side managed the game well, keeping Barcelona quiet in attack as the Catalans struggled without Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski.
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‎Player Ratings
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‎Goalkeeper & Defence

‎Thibaut Courtois (7/10): Had little to do and was helpless for Barcelona’s goal.

‎Federico Valverde (7/10): Booked early but composed afterward.

‎Eder Militao (8/10): Assisted Bellingham’s goal and defended solidly.

‎Dean Huijsen (8/10): Contained Yamal well and showed maturity in defense.

‎Alvaro Carreras (8/10): Kept Yamal quiet and showed defensive discipline.
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‎Midfield

‎Aurelien Tchouameni (7/10): Controlled the midfield and broke up play efficiently.

‎Eduardo Camavinga (7/10): Energetic and industrious, though faded late on.

‎Arda Guler (5/10): Costly error led to Barcelona’s goal and struggled to recover.

‎Jude Bellingham (8/10): Delivered an assist, scored the winner, and covered every blade of grass.
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‎Attack

‎Kylian Mbappe (7/10): Scored a fine goal but missed a penalty. Lively but inconsistent.

‎Vinicius Jr (6/10): Showed flashes of brilliance but ended in frustration after being substituted.
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‎Substitutes & Manager

‎Brahim Diaz (5/10): Ineffective off the bench.

‎Rodrygo (6/10): Worked defensively to help secure the win.

‎Dani Carvajal, Gonzalo Garcia, Dani Ceballos (N/A): Not enough time to influence the match.

‎Xabi Alonso (8/10): Tactical discipline paid off as he guided a youthful XI to a vital win.
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‎Real Madrid’s victory not only cements their dominance over Barcelona but also strengthens their grip on the La Liga title race. Bellingham’s resurgence and Mbappe’s continued form could prove decisive as the season progresses.

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