"They not only performed with more intent in midfield but were defensively more solid and sharper in attack, while Barcelona defended in shambles, were slow through the middle, and attacked with zero intent. In the end, goals from Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham helped Los Blancos take all three points over Hansi Flick's side, who had just a Fermin Lopez strike to show as consolation."
"Real Madrid entered the game knowing well that Barcelona's high defensive line is their ticket to paradise, and they began the game intentionally not pressing high, thus inviting Barcelona's defence high. Pau Cubarsi and Eric Garcia, while a decent pair in terms of distribution, failed utterly in what they were supposed to do primarily - defend. Kylian Mbappe and Real Madrid punished them time and time again on the night, and the scoreline is kind on the duo."
Barcelona were outclassed and humbled by Real Madrid in the first Clasico, with the 2-1 scoreline generous given the number of chances conceded. Barcelona missed Joan Garcia, Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski, leaving the side at an inherent disadvantage. Real Madrid controlled midfield, defended more solidly and attacked with greater sharpness. Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham scored for Los Blancos, while Fermin Lopez provided a consolation goal for Barcelona. Barcelona’s defence was disorganised; Pau Cubarsi and Eric Garcia struggled to stop Madrid’s breaks and were repeatedly exposed. Jules Kounde also underperformed, often caught out on the right.
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