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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/barcelona" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Barcelona</a> keep their pursuit of Real Madrid atop of the LaLiga table. With a two-point deficit, the ‘Cules‘ have no room for error as they face Girona on Matchday 24. However, that makes it all the more concerning to see names like Pedri, Polish striker Robert Lewandowski and Marcus Rashford not playing.



The reality is two of the players are unavailable due to injuries. For <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pedri" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pedri</a>, he is still dealing with a muscle injury in his right hamstring. His return date is scheduled for February 22, for the match against Levante. Pedri suffered the injury after the match against Slavia Praha on January 21st. 



As for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/marcus-rashford" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Rashford</a>, he is nursing a knee injury. Per manager Hansi Flick, “Marcus is feeling better.” However, the German coach won’t risk him until he is fully fit to come back to play. He is scheduled to come back on the same date as Pedri, according to Rotowire. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/robert-lewandowski" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lewandowski</a> is on the bench due to a tactical decision by Hansi Flick.



<h2>Both Rashford and Pedri’s absences by the numbers</h2>



Rashford has started 13 of 21 games where he’s played. He has 10 G+A this year in LaLiga. That translates to 0.72 goal involvements per 90 minutes played. Rashford is a very reliable option for Barcelona as well. He can play wide left, wide right, or as a classic number nine.



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Pedri’s numbers are not as flashy, as he has just seven G+A in LaLiga this season, though he has played in 16 games. However, Pedri’s relevance goes way beyond just his output. He has made the LaLiga ‘Team of the Week‘ four times, and creates big chances, as he averages 2.4 key passes per game and completes 91% of his passes. 


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<h2>Are Girona a threat to Barcelona?</h2>



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/girona" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Girona</a> shouldn’t be much of a dangerous opponent to Barça. As a matter of fact, Girona are 15th on the table and battling relegation. They haven’t won in three games, and have the third-worst home record in Spain this season. At home, they’ve conceded 18 goals and scored just 10 in 11 games. 



Hence, Barcelona should be able to get three points, as they are the second-best away team in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/laliga" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LaLiga</a>. Barcelona have won eight and tied one game out of the 12 played away from their stadium. When being the visiting side, Barcelona have scored 29 goals, though they have received 18. Still, having <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/robert-lewandowski" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lewandowski</a> as an option straight from the bench is a luxury many teams would love to have, just in case Barça need a clinical striker to solve any offensive issues.

Why are Lewandowski, Rashford and Pedri not playing today for Barcelona vs Girona on 2025-26 LaLiga Matchday 24?

Why are Lewandowski, Rashford and Pedri not playing today for Barcelona vs Girona on 2025-26 LaLiga Matchday 24? - Bolavip US

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/real-madrid">Real Madrid</a> host Real Sociedad at the Santiago Bernabeu for a crucial Matchday 24 fixture, where a victory would see the home side temporarily move into the top spot in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/laliga">LaLiga</a> ahead of Barcelona’s match. However, the biggest talking point ahead of kickoff is the absence of Kylian Mbappe from the starting XI.



After missing two days of training this week due to discomfort in his left knee—stemming from a sprain suffered earlier in the season—manager Alvaro Arbeloa has opted to start <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kylian-mbappe">Mbappe</a> on the bench as a precaution. 



While the French superstar is expected to be available for some minutes perhaps in the second half, the coaching staff is prioritizing his long-term fitness to avoid a significant setback.



A major factor in the decision to rest Mbappe is the Real Madrid upcoming fixture list. On Tuesday, February 17, the club travel to Lisbon to face Benfica in the first leg of a critical Champions League playoff game. Arbeloa is keen to have his leading goalscorer at full strength for the European clash as the team looks to secure a spot in the Round of 16.



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<h2>Real Madrid confirmed lineup to face Real Sociedad</h2>



While Arbeloa welcomes back Vinicius Jr. from suspension and Franco Mastantuono from injury, the squad continues to be plagued by several high-profile injuries. Jude Bellingham remains sidelined with a semitendinosus muscle tear in his left leg suffered on February 1; reports suggest the England international could be out until April. 


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Additionally, defender Eder Militao (hamstring) and forward Rodrygo (tendinosis) are also unavailable for today’s match as they are still in recovery process from their respective injuries.



With this in mind, Arbeola will field this XI to face Real Sociedad: Thibaut Courtois; Trent Alexander-Arnold, Antonio Rudiger, Dean Hudjsen, Alvaro Carreras; Federico Valverde, Arda Guler, Aurelien Tchouameni, Eduardo Camavinga; Gonzalo Garcia, Vinicius Jr.

Kylian Mbappé Benched for Real Madrid vs. Real Sociedad

Why is Kylian Mbappe not starting today for Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad in 2025-26 LaLiga Matchday 24?

Why is Kylian Mbappe not starting today for Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad in 2025-26 LaLiga Matchday 24? - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/real-madrid">Real Madrid</a> earned a hard-fought 2-0 win at the Estadio de la Cerámica against a third-place Villarreal side. With this victory, Los Blancos have overtaken Barcelona by a single point to become the provisional leaders of LaLiga.



The matchup featured the two most disciplined defenses in the league, a fact reflected in a tightly contested first half. Neither side was able to break the deadlock during the opening 45 minutes, with the teams heading into the locker rooms with the score level at 0-0.



Real Madrid struck immediately after the restart to take the lead. Kylian Mbappe scored the opening goal of the match in the 46th minute, clinical in his finish to give the visitors the advantage. Despite holding the lead, the visitors continued to press forward and would eventually double their advantage late in the match.



In the closing stages, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/villarreal">Villarreal</a>‘s Alfonso Pedraza committed a decisive foul in the area, resulting in a penalty for the visitors. Mbappe stepped up to convert from the spot, marking his second goal of the game and his 21st of the season. With the final whistle, Real Madrid successfully claimed the top spot in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/laliga">LaLiga</a>, securing a vital three points at the Estadio de la Cerámica.

Villarreal and Real Madrid clash in the Matchday 21 from 2025-26 LaLiga

Welcome to our live blog of LaLiga! Villarreal face Real Madrid today on Matchday 21, with both teams looking to secure three vital points to stay at the top of the standings!
Stay with us for key information and minute-by-minute updates of this exciting game!

Kickoff time and where to watch

Villarreal vs Real Madrid will get underway at the Estadio de la Ceramica at 3:00 PM (ET).
Fubo will be the primary option to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/where-to-watch-villarreal-vs-real-madrid-live-in-the-usa-la-liga-2025-2026">watch Villarreal vs Real Madrid in the USA</a>. Other options are: ESPN+, ESPN Deportes and DirecTV Stream.

Today's referees

Cesar Soto Grado has been appointed to officiate the clash between Villarreal and Real Madrid. He will be joined on the field by Carlos Alvarez and Ruben Becerril, who are set to serve as the assistant referees.
Full officiating team:
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<li>Referee: Cesar Soto Grado (SPA)</li>
<li>Assistant Referee 1: Carlos Alvarez (SPA)</li>
<li>Assistant Referee 2: Ruben Becerril (SPA)</li>
<li>Fourth official: Manuel Pozueta (SPA)</li>
<li>VAR: Mario Melero (SPA)</li>
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Real Madrid lineup confirmed!

This will be Real Madrid starting lineup for today: Thibaut Courtois; Federico Valverde, Raul Asencio, Dean Huijsen, Alvaro Carreras; Arda Guler, Eduardo Camavinga, Jude Bellingham; Franco Mastantuono, Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr.
<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">📋✅ ¡Nuestro XI inicial! 🆚 <a href="https://twitter.com/VillarrealCF?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@VillarrealCF</a> 👉 <a href="https://twitter.com/UnicajaBanco?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@UnicajaBanco</a> <a href="https://t.co/a6fsoLrVX8">pic.twitter.com/a6fsoLrVX8</a>— Real Madrid C.F. (@realmadrid) <a href="https://twitter.com/realmadrid/status/2015129899451785475?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 24, 2026</a></blockquote></div><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Villarreal lineup confirmed!

This will be Villarreal's starting XI for today: Luiz Júnior; Pau Navarro, Juan Foyth, Renato Veiga, Alfonso Pedraza; Tajon Buchanan, Dani Parejo, Pape Gueye, Alberto Moleiro; Gerard Moreno, Georges Mikautadze.
<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">🟡 𝐎𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 🟡<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/VillarrealRealMadrid?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#VillarrealRealMadrid</a> <a href="https://t.co/A3iLHim5bj">pic.twitter.com/A3iLHim5bj</a>— Villarreal CF (@VillarrealCF) <a href="https://twitter.com/VillarrealCF/status/2015133550438146111?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 24, 2026</a></blockquote></div><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Real Madrid dealing with several absences

Alvaro Arbeloa will be unable to count on Aurelien Tchouameni due to suspension, while Trent Alexander-Arnold, Antonio Rudiger, Ferland Mendy, and Eder Militao are out due to injury.
However, the manager has welcomed back Rodrygo, who was sidelined with an injury, and Brahim Diaz, who returns after competing with Morocco in the AFCON.

Both teams doing warm up activities

Players for both sides have taken the field for warmups!
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Players are on the pitch!

Players from both teams are on the pitch. Everything is ready for the start of the match!
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GAME ON!

The game between Villarreal and Real Madrid is underway!

1'- First yellow card of the game (0-0)

Villarreal's Juan Foyth received the first yellow card of the game after a foul against Jude Bellingham.

8'- Strong start to the match (0-0)

Both teams are actively seeking the opening goal, creating an engaging, end-to-end contest in the early stages. While the pace remains high and both sides are pushing forward, no clear-cut scoring opportunities have materialized thus far.

16'- Villarreal take the initiative (0-0)

The home side is currently dictating the tempo, launching the more dangerous attacks as it look to break the deadlock. Real Madrid, meanwhile, have been forced into a more defensive posture.

19'- Brilliant play by Arda Guler! (0-0)

The Turkish midfielder danced into the box, leaving two defenders in his wake before unleashing a powerful strike. However, Villarreal goalkeeper Luiz Júnior was equal to the task, producing a sharp save to keep the match scoreless

22'- First substitution of the game (0-0)

Villarreal's Juan Foyth left the field injured to make way for Rafa Marin.

24'- Another shot from Guler! (0-0)

Following a counter-attack led by Franco Mastantuono, Arda Guler struck from outside the area, but his shot went over the crossbar.

26'- Kylian Mbappe with his first shot (0-0)

After a sharp combination with Vinicius Jr., Kylian Mbappe unleashed a powerful strike, but Luiz Júnior was well-positioned to make the save.

36'- Match tempo slows down (0-0)

After a high-paced stretch, the game’s intensity has dropped significantly. Both sides are currently struggling to create chances, and the match has entered a quiet period with little action at either end.

40'- Vinicius nearly scores! (0-0)

The Brazilian forward fired a powerful strike from outside the box that whistled just past Luiz Júnior's right post.

45'- What a miss by Pape Gueye! (0-0)

Villarreal nearly took the lead as Pape Gueye unleashed a thunderous strike that whistled just wide of Thibaut Courtois' goal.

Halftime!

The first half at Estadio de la Ceramica has finished!
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The second half is underway!

Villarreal and Real Madrid are already playing the second half!
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46'- GOAAAAL OF REAL MADRID!!! (0-1)

Kylian Mbappe scores the opener of the game!!
<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Mbappé aprovechó el rebote y abrió el marcador en La Cerámica 👏⚽️. <a href="https://t.co/U6ix8E3vmt">pic.twitter.com/U6ix8E3vmt</a>— ESPN Deportes (@ESPNDeportes) <a href="https://twitter.com/ESPNDeportes/status/2015170833086370243?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 24, 2026</a></blockquote></div><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

51'- Yellow card in Villarreal (0-1)

Tajon Buchanan received a yellow card.

57'- Yellow card in Villarreal (0-1)

Pau Navarro received a yellow card after a tackle against Vinicius Jr.

61'- Yellow card in Real Madrid (0-1)

Franco Mastantuono received a yellow card.

62'- What a miss by Moreno! (0-1)

Villarreal had a golden opportunity to level the match, but Gerard Moreno fired his shot over the crossbar.

69'- Two modifications in Villarreal (0-1)

Tajon Buchanan and Gerard Moreno were replaced by Nicolas Pepe and Tani Oluwaseyi.

73'- Modification in Real madrid (0-1)

Franco Mastantuono left the field to make way for Gonzalo Garcia.

76'- Two modifications in Villarreal (0-1)

Dani Parejo and Georges Mikautadze were replaced by Ayoze Perez and Thomas Partey.

79'- Modification in Real Madrid (0-1)

Arda Guler left the field to make way for Brahim Diaz.

90'+2- Penalty for Real Madrid! (0-1)

Kylian Mbappe was fouled by Pedraza inside the box!

90'+3- GOOOAAAAL OF REAL MADRID!! (0-2)

Mbappe scores with Panenka style!!

End of the game!

Real Madrid secured a vital win at the Estadio de la Ceramica against Villarreal!
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Real Madrid defeated Villarreal 2-0 at Matchday 21 of LaLiga and you lived every moment of this game with Bolavip.
Thanks for staying with us, see you next time!

Real Madrid reach the top of LaLiga with 2-0 victory over Villarreal in Matchday 21: Highlights and goals

Real Madrid reach the top of LaLiga with 2-0 victory over Villarreal in Matchday 21: Highlights and goals - Bolavip US

European football leagues are increasingly striving to broaden their reach and showcase matches in new territories, aiming to attract a wider audience. Recently, Javier Tebas, the president of LaLiga, announced plans for the Villarreal vs <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/barcelona" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Barcelona</a> match to occur outside of Spain.



However, due to objections from players and certain executives within <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/la-liga" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LaLiga</a>, the decision was made to cancel the proposed move to the USA for the match, citing various reasons, including the compensation for the Villarreal’s supporters and the economical revenue for both teams.



Aside from the technical and logistical challenges of hosting the match abroad, which included issues with infrastructure, there was a notable lack of support from executives and fans, all of whom voiced their opposition to hosting the game outside Spain.



What initially seemed like an exciting opportunity quickly turned contentious, as some fans argued it would be unfair to expect them to pay for flights to the US to watch their team, especially given Barcelona’s considerable international fanbase that already provides substantial support beyond Spain.



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<h2>Villarreal’s statement regarding the planned US game</h2>



Amid the controversy surrounding the proposed venue change, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/villarreal" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Villarreal</a> expressed their dissatisfaction. The club released a statement outlining their reasons for opposing the relocation of the match to the United States.


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<ol><li>“The financial resources allocated by LaLiga for this initiative should be used to compensate Villarreal CF season ticket holders. These loyal fans, who would miss a match included in their season pass, should be offered free travel to Miami to watch the game or receive a partial refund of their ticket price.</li><li>Neither Villarreal nor Barcelona will gain any direct financial benefit from LaLiga for relocating the match. As stated in point one, the funds should compensate Villarreal’s season ticket holders, and it would be unfair to other LaLiga clubs,” Villarreal clarified.</li></ol>



The match was initially scheduled to take place in Miami on December 20, but given the challenges and the backlash from supporters, it was ultimately canceled. Instead, the game will be held today at La Ceramica Stadium, Villarreal’s home ground in Spain.

Why is Villarreal vs Barcelona not being played in the US today despite LaLiga’s initial announcement?

Why is Villarreal vs Barcelona not being played in the US today despite LaLiga's initial announcement? - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/vinicius-jr">Vinicius Junior</a> and Real Madrid‘s big win over Barcelona in the Spanish Clasico ended in chaos as both teams were involved in a huge brawl, with the Brazilian star and Lamine Yamal engaging in a heated exchange.



Speaking to the media after the game, Vinicius addressed the incidents that took place at the Santiago Bernabeu. Far from being proud of the situation, the winger acknowledged that, even if tempers can flare in these kinds of derbies, they should represent <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/real-madrid">Real Madrid</a> fans without fighting against opponents.



“A message to all Madridistas, especially those who came to Bernabeu and supported us passionately. This is how the Clásico is; there are many things happening on and off the pitch,” Vinicius said.



“We try to maintain balance, but that’s not always possible. We didn’t want to offend anyone, neither the young players nor the fans. We know that when we step onto the pitch, we have to play our role, and that’s how it was today. Hala Madrid.”



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An interesting comment by the 25-year-old, who knows that what happens on the field should stay there. However, this kind of episode seemed inevitable as <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamine-yamal">Yamal</a> got in the eye of the storm with controversial comments aimed at Real Madrid before the game.


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<h2>Vinicius and Yamal’s exchange following Real Madrid’s win over Barcelona</h2>



The end of Sunday’s Clasico at the Santiago Bernabeu saw <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/video-heated-brawl-involving-yamal-courtois-at-the-end-of-real-madrid-vs-barcelona-spanish-clasico">Yamal being targeted by many Real Madrid players, including Thibaut Courtois</a> and Dani Carvajal, with Vinicius chasing the Spanish youngster as he headed towards the tunnel.



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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/frenkie-de-jong-calls-out-dani-carvajal-for-confronting-lamine-yamal-after-real-madrid-vs-barcelona">Frenkie de Jong later called out Carvajal for confronting Yamal</a>, defending his Barcelona teammate. Lamine heated up the derby during the week, making noise with some eyebrow-raising comments in a stream with Ibai Llanos.



<h2>Yamal’s Real Madrid comments backfire</h2>



When asked about it, Yamal suggested that Real Madrid are favored by the referees. On top of that, he got under Los Blancos’ skin by reminding everyone about <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/barcelona">Barcelona</a>‘s 4-0 win at the Santiago Bernabeu last season.



Yamal’s confidence before this game didn’t age well, with Real Madrid claiming all three points on Sunday. His comments backfired quickly, and the ending to the tough loss was far from peaceful. Still, Vinicius isn’t adding any more fuel to the fire. The same cannot be said for his teammates though, with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/jude-bellingham-takes-3-word-shot-at-lamine-yamal-after-real-madrid-win-over-barcelona-in-el-clasico">Jude Bellingham taking a three-word shot at Yamal</a> after the Clasico.

Vinicius Jr breaks silence on fight with Lamine Yamal, Barcelona players after Real Madrid win

Vinicius Jr breaks silence on fight with Lamine Yamal, Barcelona players after Real Madrid win - Bolavip US

Vinicius Jr breaks silence on fight with Yamal, Barcelona after Real Madrid win

It was another <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/real-madrid-vs-barcelona-live-spanish-clasico-on-matchday-10-of-2025-26-laliga">hardcore match between Real Madrid and Barcelona for Matchday 10 of LaLiga</a>. After a 2-1 win, the standings moved accordingly. How are they looking right after the game?



With the win, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/real-madrid">Real Madrid</a> extended the lead to five points as they reached 27 units due to nine wins and just one loss on the season. Xabi Alonso’s squad is arguably one of the best in Europe right now. Their form is undeniable.



As for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/barcelona" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Barcelona</a> they end up in second place with 22 points. Out of the 10 games played, it’s seven wins, one draw and now two losses for the ‘Cules’. It was a tough away game for Hansi Flick’s side.



<h2>Barcelona couldn’t do much offensively</h2>



The red-and-blue weren’t able to impose their usual style of fast-paced, possession-based soccer. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamine-yamal" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lamine Yamal</a>, their best player, was a non-factor during the game. Pedri, the other superstar on the team, was marked pretty well during the match too.



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In fact, Barcelona’s goal came from a Madrid mistake. Without that, Barcelona weren’t able to create that many goalscoring opportunities. Defensively, Flick’s stubborness to do a high-pressure block bit them as <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kylian-mbappe" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kylian Mbappe</a>‘s pace was too much for them to handle. Most of Madrid dangerous plays came in counters relying on Mbappe’s and Vini Jr.’s speed.



<h2>Is Barcelona’s second place in jeopardy?</h2>



By losing this game, Barcelona are cemented at second place for now. The teams that followed closely were Villarreal and Espanyol, but they already played their Matchday 10 games and ended with 20 and 18 games respectively.



Now, Barcelona have no room for error as another slip could definitely cost them the second place and make even harder to pursue Madrid. Also, next week Barcelona will have to do without <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pedri" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pedri</a>, who was sent off in the latter parts of the game, which <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/video-heated-brawl-involving-yamal-courtois-at-the-end-of-real-madrid-vs-barcelona-spanish-clasico">ended with a heated brawl involving Thibaut Courtois, Lamine Yamal, and Vinicius Junior</a>.

Real Madrid beat Barcelona 2-1: Updated 2025-26 LaLiga standings after Matchday 10 Clasico

Real Madrid beat Barcelona 2-1: Updated 2025-26 LaLiga standings after Matchday 10 Clasico - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/video-kylian-mbappe-scores-great-goal-for-real-madrid-vs-barcelona-to-open-the-scoring-in-el-clasico">Kylian Mbappe opened the scoring for Real Madrid against Barcelona</a> in the Spanish Clasico, but he also failed to extend his team’s lead from the penalty spot in the second half.



Following a VAR review, Real Madrid were awarded a penalty for an Eric Garcia handball inside Barcelona’s box. Aiming to build on his opening goal, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kylian-mbappe">Mbappe</a> took charge of the spot-kick, but Wojciech Szczesny guessed his intention and saved the penalty.



The Pole goalkeeper dove to his right, making sure to deflect Mbappe’s penalty shot. This save keeps Barcelona one goal away from equalizing the match, with the hosts leading 2-1. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/real-madrid-vs-barcelona-live-spanish-clasico-on-matchday-10-of-2025-26-laliga">Follow our liveblog of the Clasico between Real Madrid and Barcelona</a> to keep up with real-time updates!



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<h2>Who was the last Real Madrid player to miss a penalty vs. Barcelona?</h2>



Mbappe’s missed penalty made history for the wrong reasons. According to @2010MisterChip on his X (formerly known as Twitter) account, this is the first time in 34 years <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/real-madrid">Real Madrid</a> miss a spot-kick against Barcelona.



The last Real Madrid player to miss a penalty in a Spanish Clasico was Emilio Butragueño, who on June 8, 1991, failed to score past Andoni Zubizarreta from the spot at the Santiago Bernabeu.



<h2>What was the last missed penalty in a Spanish Clasico?</h2>



On top of that, Mbappe’s miss ended with a long streak of penalties scored in the Spanish Clasico both for Real Madrid and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/barcelona">Barcelona</a>. 19 consecutive penalties had been scored in this derby until today.



Before Mbappe’s failed shot, the last penalty miss in the Spanish Clasico had come on December 13, 2008, when Iker Casillas stopped a shot from Samuel Eto’o.

Video: Kylian Mbappe misses penalty for Real Madrid vs Barcelona in Spanish Clasico

Video: Kylian Mbappe misses penalty for Real Madrid vs Barcelona in Spanish Clasico - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kylian-mbappe">Kylian Mbappe</a> has given Real Madrid the lead against Barcelona in great fashion. 22 minutes into El Clasico, the Frenchman opened the scoring at the Santiago Bernabeu with a clinical finish inside the box.



Jude Bellingham set up Mbappe with a fantastic pass, leaving the former PSG star one-on-one with Barcelona goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny. The Pole couldn’t do much against Kylian, who easily put the ball in the back of the net.



Mbappe’s goal came only a few minutes after having a fantastic strike disallowed due to offside in the build-up. Far from letting that situation destroy his confidence, Mbappe kept up with his strong pace to eventually break the deadlock for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/real-madrid">Real Madrid</a>.



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<h2>Mbappe extends scoring streak against Barcelona</h2>



Mbappe has been on fire against <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/barcelona">Barcelona</a> lately. As @2010MisterChip notes on X (formerly known as Twitter), this is the fourth straight derby the French superstar has found the net for Los Blancos.



The striker has gotten used to scoring against Barcelona from his days with Paris Saint-Germain, boasting 12 goals in 9 games against the Cules. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/real-madrid-vs-barcelona-live-spanish-clasico-on-matchday-10-of-2025-26-laliga">Follow our liveblog of the Clasico between Real Madrid and Barcelona</a> to keep up with all the updates!

Video: Kylian Mbappe scores great goal for Real Madrid vs Barcelona to open the scoring in El Clasico

Video: Kylian Mbappe scores great goal for Real Madrid vs Barcelona to open the scoring in El Clasico - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/real-madrid-vs-barcelona-live-spanish-clasico-on-matchday-10-of-2025-26-laliga">Real Madrid and Barcelona face off in the first official Clasico</a> of the 2025-26 LaLiga season at the Santiago Bernabeu, in what promises to be a thrilling encounter between Spain’s biggest rivals. Fans expect a high-level contest filled with the league’s top talents on both sides.



It remains to be seen how ready some players are to start after recent absences. Real Madrid enter this clash on a strong winning streak, most recently defeating Juventus 1-0 in the UEFA Champions League thanks to a solid defensive display.



Barcelona, meanwhile, have found their rhythm again after two emphatic victories — including a 6-1 win over Girona — highlighted by a Marcus Rashford brace and a hat-trick from Fermin Lopez. The Catalans have been firing on all cylinders and will aim to carry that momentum into the Bernabeu.



<h2>Real Madrid lineup vs Barcelona</h2>



Dean Huijsen returns to the starting XI after missing the last two matches with a soleus muscle injury that also kept him out of Spain’s recent international fixtures. However, Trent Alexander-Arnold remains out, whereas Dani Carvajal will start on the bench. That is once again forcing head coach Xabi Alonso to deploy Federico Valverde as a makeshift right-back.



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Xabi Alonso’s Real Madrid starting lineup for Sunday’s Clasico features: Thibaut Courtois; Federico Valverde, Eder Militao, Dean Huijsen, Alex Carreras; Aurelien Tchouameni, Eduardo Camavinga; Arda Guler, Jude Bellingham, Vinicius Junior; and Kylian Mbappe.



<h2>Barcelona lineup vs Real Madrid</h2>



Earning three points at the Bernabeu will not come easy for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/barcelona">Barcelona</a>, who continue to battle an extensive injury list. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/why-are-robert-lewandowski-and-raphinha-not-playing-today-oct-26-for-barcelona-vs-real-madrid">Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha aren’t playing today</a>, with Joan Garcia, Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Gavi, and Dani Olmo also ruled out. In addition, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/why-is-hansi-flick-not-coaching-barcelona-in-todays-el-clasico-vs-real-madrid">Hansi Flick won’t be on the touchline today</a> after being handed a suspension.



Barcelona’s lineup: Wojciech Szczesny; Jules Kounde, Eric Garcia, Pau Cubarsi, Alejandro Balde; Frenkie de Jong, Pedri, Fermin Lopez; Lamine Yamal, Marcus Rashford, and Ferran Torres.

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Real Madrid vs Barcelona: Confirmed lineups for Spanish Clasico on Matchday 10 of 2025-26 LaLiga today - Bolavip US

Despite a rocky start at Real Madrid, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kylian-mbappe" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kylian Mbappe</a> swiftly silenced critics by emerging as LaLiga‘s top scorer in his debut season. His remarkable turnaround has positioned him as the cornerstone of the storied Spanish club, consistently delivering as the starting center forward. In their latest victory, Mbappe’s stellar performance allowed him to equal <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cristiano Ronaldo</a>‘s prestigious record for the team.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/real-madrid" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Real Madrid</a> took on Villarreal with a sense of urgency following their recent defeat to Atletico Madrid. Under the guidance of head coach Xabi Alonso, the squad secured a vital 3-1 victory. Mbappe played a pivotal role, netting a goal and providing an assist, which underscores his influential presence on the pitch. 



Kylian Mbappe’s extraordinary form has seen him net 40 goals in just 42 games, matching Cristiano Ronaldo’s record as the fastest Real Madrid player to reach such a milestone in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/laliga" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LaLiga</a>, reports Fabrizio Romano. Although the Frenchman’s journey with the club is in its early stages, he is already carving out a legacy alongside iconic figures like Ronaldo. 



At Real Madrid, Kylian shines brightly, yet his true leadership in the UEFA Champions League remains untested. After his initial season, Mbappe reached just the quarterfinals—a milestone that legends like Karim Benzema, Vinicius Junior, and Cristiano Ronaldo have surpassed by driving the team to finals and securing trophies. 



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<h2>Who are the top five all-time goal scorers in Real Madrid history?</h2>



Since joining Real Madrid, Kylian Mbappe has showcased his remarkable goal-scoring prowess, netting an impressive 58 goals in just 69 appearances across all competitions. Despite his significant contribution, the French superstar is currently positioned 41st on the club’s all-time scoring list. The top five is comprised of true legends, two of whom continue to make waves on the field.


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<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td></td><td>Name</td><td>Number of goals</td></tr><tr><td>1.</td><td>Cristiano Ronaldo</td><td>450 goals</td></tr><tr><td>2.</td><td>Karim Benzema</td><td>354 goals</td></tr><tr><td>3.</td><td>Raul Gonzalez</td><td>323 goals</td></tr><tr><td>4.</td><td>Alfredo di Stefano</td><td>306 goals</td></tr><tr><td>5.</td><td>Santillana</td><td>291 goals</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



Given his impressive ranking, Mbappe has a challenging journey ahead to etch his name among Real Madrid’s legendary goal scorers. Even when combining all his club goals, he remains behind legendary figures like Karim Benzema and Cristiano Ronaldo at the Spanish club. Nevertheless, with his exceptional scoring talent, Kylian is well-positioned to ascend the ranks rapidly and potentially vie for the top spot alongside the renowned Portuguese star.

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After getting off to a great start to the 2025-26 season, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/barcelona" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Barcelona</a> encountered an unexpected setback with a defeat against PSG. They displayed a potent offensive rhythm, but their defensive weaknesses were exploited, leaving the team vulnerable. Now, as they face Sevilla, the Culers perceive this matchup as a vital chance to return to winning ways. However, they will confront this challenge without their cornerstone, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamine-yamal" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lamine Yamal</a>, who will be absent from today’s game.



Barcelona have shown serious intentions to fight for all titles in the 2025-26 season, strengthening their roster in specific areas. The Culers decided to sign Joan Garcia, Roony Bardghji, and Marcus Rashford, which are few but quite important signings. However, their biggest bet has been the continuity of the sporting project where Frenkie De Jong and Pedri act as the owners of the midfield, managing the tempo of the game.



Despite Barcelona’s consistently impressive offensive performance, their defensive struggles persist. The departure of Iñigo Martinez to Al Nassr has highlighted vulnerabilities, revealing that while their high-pressure strategy boosts scoring, it also exposes significant defensive gaps. This approach has left them with just three clean sheets in their last nine games. As they prepare to face <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/sevilla" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sevilla</a>, the Culers are eager to tighten their defense and reclaim their form.



<h2>Why is Lamine Yamal not playing against Sevilla?</h2>



At the onset of the 2025-26 season, Lamine Yamal has emerged as Barcelona’s most dynamic force. The 18-year-old star has netted two goals and four assists in five matches. Yet, his influence extends beyond numbers—his electrifying speed, exceptional dribbling, and sharp vision create opportunities for teammates, making him indispensable to the attack. Despite his contributions, head coach Hansi Flick will not be able to count on him for the game.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251005_BUS_503514_Lamine-Yamal-1024x576_4a11372f.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Barcelona star Lamine Yamal" class="wp-image-500797" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona</figcaption></figure>



“The discomfort in the pubic area that player Lamine Yamal has been experiencing has reappeared after the match against PSG. He will be out for the Sevilla game, and the estimated recovery time is 2-3 weeks,” Barcelona reported, via X, formerly Twitter.


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Given that he is only 18 years old, such injuries are common among young athletes competing at high levels. However, this specific injury in the pubic area can be particularly troublesome, needing a careful recovery process. Notably, this was the same injury that sidelined Kaka for several months at Real Madrid a few years ago. Therefore, Barcelona might handle his return with caution and might explore other offensive alternatives in the interim.

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