Barcelona’s Robert Lewandowski delivered a stunning performance with a quick-fire double in the second half, setting the stage for a 4-0 victory over Real Madrid in a thrilling Clasico clash. This win in La Liga on Saturday solidified Barcelona’s position at the top.
FULL-TIME: ⚪️ Real Madrid 0-4 Barcelona 🔴
⚽️⚽️ R. Lewandowski 56′, 54′
⚽️Lamine Yamal 77′
⚽️Raphinha 84′#RealMadridBarça #ElClasico pic.twitter.com/FlWzZXBkLr— Match Spoots (@matchspoots) October 26, 2024
Lewandowski Clasico Double Ignites Victory
The Polish striker struck twice in just three minutes early in the second half. His goals paved the way for 17-year-old Lamine Yamal to become the youngest scorer in a Clasico, netting in the 77th minute. Captain Raphinha sealed the win with a goal six minutes from time.
Extending the Lead in La Liga
Barcelona’s triumph extended their lead at the top of the table. They now have 30 points, six more than Real Madrid, and nine ahead of Villarreal in third place. This victory marked their first win over Real since March 2023, ending a streak of four consecutive Clasico defeats.
High Defense and Counter-Attack Strategy
Barcelona executed a clinical performance, adhering to coach Hansi Flick’s strategy of an aggressively high defense. The team was comfortable playing on the counter-attack, utilizing the speed of Raphinha and Yamal to support La Liga’s top scorer, Lewandowski.
Real Madrid’s Missed Opportunities
Real Madrid started strong but grew frustrated as they squandered several chances. Kylian Mbappe, off form, missed key opportunities before Lewandowski’s two-goal burst in the 54th and 56th minutes silenced the Santiago Bernabeu crowd.
Barcelona’s Dominance Continues
Despite Real’s attempts to regain control, missed chances by Vinicius Jr, Jude Bellingham, and Mbappe left their fans disappointed. Barcelona maintained their game plan, eventually securing the win with additional goals from Yamal and Raphinha.
Post-Match Reflections
“We struggled in the beginning,” Barcelona defender Inigo Martinez told DAZN. “Real Madrid were pressing, as expected, but we overcame it. We have been performing really well, on very good form, and let’s hope we can continue like this.”
Barcelona’s commanding performance in this Clasico not only showcased Lewandowski’s brilliance but also highlighted the team’s resilience and strategic prowess.
