FC Barcelona secured a dramatic 4-3 win over Real Madrid in a pivotal El Clásico on May 11, 2025, at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys.
Despite falling behind 0-2 early on due to two quick goals from Kylian Mbappé, Barcelona mounted a remarkable comeback. Eric García initiated the rally with a goal from a corner, followed by a stunning equalizer from Lamine Yamal. Raphinha then scored twice, giving Barcelona a 4-2 lead by halftime. Although Mbappé completed his hat-trick in the second half, it wasn't enough to change the outcome.
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This victory propels Barcelona to 82 points, seven ahead of Real Madrid, with only three matches remaining. The team could clinch the La Liga title as early as May 14 if Real Madrid fails to win against Mallorca. If Madrid wins, Barcelona would need a victory against Espanyol on May 15 to secure the championship.
🔥 Lamine Yamal Shines On and Off the Pitch
Seventeen-year-old Lamine Yamal continues to impress, not only with his performance on the field but also with his confident presence off it. After scoring in the El Clásico, Yamal posted a cheeky four-word message on Instagram, seemingly directed at Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham. This post referenced a previous incident where Bellingham and Sergio Ramos liked a post mocking Barcelona's Champions League exit. Fans have praised Yamal's boldness and maturity.
Lewandowski's Struggle and Ferran Torres' Rise
Robert Lewandowski was notably absent from the starting lineup in the recent El Clásico, with coach Hansi Flick opting for Ferran Torres due to Lewandowski's recent dip in form following a muscle injury.
Torres seized the opportunity, providing three crucial assists in the match. Lewandowski, currently trailing Mbappé in the race for the Pichichi trophy, aims to reach his 100th goal for Barcelona, a milestone that has eluded him since April 9. With three games left in the season, he hopes to regain his scoring touch.
Future Goalkeeping Prospects: Aron Yaakobishvili
Looking ahead, Barcelona has secured the services of 19-year-old Hungarian goalkeeper Aron Yaakobishvili until June 2028. Having completed his youth tenure, Yaakobishvili will join Barça Atlètic. His contract renewal is seen as a strategic move,
considering the advancing ages of current goalkeepers Marc-André ter Stegen (33) and Wojciech Szczęsny (35). Yaakobishvili has been instrumental in the Juvenil A team's success this season, contributing to their historic treble: Liga, Copa del Rey, and Youth League.