Mbappé double ends Barcelona's perfect LaLiga start in El Clásico

Real Madrid defeated Barcelona 2-1 in the first El Clásico of the season on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at Spotify Camp Nou in Barcelona. Kylian Mbappé scored both goals for the visitors, while Raphinha netted the consolation for the hosts.

Mbappé opened the scoring in the 41st minute, giving Real Madrid the lead before halftime. Raphinha equalized for Barcelona in the 61st minute of the second half, briefly keeping the Catalan side unbeaten.

“Mbappé scored both goals for Real Madrid, ending Barcelona's perfect start to the season.”

With the match nearing its conclusion, Mbappé struck again in the 87th minute to secure the 2-1 victory. The result ended Barcelona's perfect start to the 2026-2027 LaLiga campaign, which had consisted of nine consecutive wins.

Despite Barcelona recording 57 percent possession, 16 shots, and six shots on target compared to Real Madrid's 43 percent possession, nine shots, and five shots on target, the visitors proved more clinical.

Barcelona remains top of the table with 27 points despite suffering their first league defeat. Real Madrid moved up to third place with 24 points, reducing the gap to second-placed Atlético Madrid, who have 25 points, to one point and trailing Barcelona by three.

The victory came on the eve of the 2026 Ballon d'Or ceremony, scheduled for Monday, October 26, providing a significant showcase for Mbappé ahead of the award.