Real Madrid defeat Barcelona 3-2: Vazquez shines with a world-class assist
Madrid, 21/04/2024 – Real Madrid secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over Barcelona in the El Clásico clash that took place at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium last night.
The match was an exciting one with the balance of play being maintained for most of the time. Real Madrid were the first to score in the 29th minute thanks to a lobbed finish from Jude Bellingham after a pinpoint cross from Lucas Vazquez.
However, Barcelona quickly equalized in the 33rd minute through a powerful long-range strike from Pedri. The match continued to be evenly contested with both teams having chances to score.
Going into the second half, Real Madrid came out stronger and retook the lead in the 52nd minute. Vinicius Junior dribbled at pace down the left flank before unleashing a curling shot that forced Marc-André ter Stegen to parry it away. Karim Benzema was in the right place at the right time to tap the ball into an empty net.
Barcelona equalized 2-2 in the 64th minute through a close-range finish from Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. However, Real Madrid found the winning goal in the 83rd minute. Federico Valverde unleashed a powerful shot from distance, the ball deflected off Gerard Pique and changed direction, leaving ter Stegen with no chance.
This victory consolidates Real Madrid’s lead at the top of La Liga with a 7-point advantage over Sevilla. Barcelona remain in third place, 5 points behind Real Madrid.
