Barcelona Outlasts Real Madrid in 4-3 El Clasico Epic

In an epic El Clasico contest at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys, Barcelona put on a spectacular rally to defeat Real Madrid 4-3 on Sunday, May 11, 2025, which halted them from winning the 28th. The defining moment of the 2024-25 La Liga season left Barcelona with 7 more points in front of their biggest rivals, Real Madrid, merely three games to go.

The game started with a bang as Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe lit up the scoreboard twice in the first 15 minutes, first from a penalty and then with a slick finish set up by Vinicius Junior. But Barcelona wasn’t about to roll over. Eric Garcia got the comeback rolling with a headed goal from a corner, and young star Lamine Yamal tied it up with a gorgeous curling shot. Raphinha then stole the show, scoring twice before halftime to put Barcelona ahead 4-2. Mbappe struck again in the 70th minute to complete his hat-trick and tie the game, but Raphinha’s second goal proved to be the difference. A late goal by Fermin Lopez was waved off after a handball call, sealing Barcelona’s victory.

Barcelona has had Real Madrid’s number this season, winning all four matchups, including both domestic cup finals and the Supercopa de Espana. With 82 points from 35 matches, Hansi Flick’s squad is one win away from the championship. Real Madrid, sitting at 75 points, faces a tough road ahead, especially with their defense looking shaky.

As the season winds down, Barcelona’s young guns, guided by Flick, are poised to lift the trophy. Meanwhile, Real Madrid needs to regroup fast. This seven-goal classic will go down as a defining moment in the title chase.