Barcelona's Fermin Lopez, center, is tackled by Real Madrid's Marc Cucurella during a Spanish La Liga soccer match between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid in Barcelona, Spain, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Jose Breton)

Kylian Mbappé struck twice, including a late winner in the 88th minute, as Real Madrid edged Barcelona 2–1 in a thrilling El Clásico.

Mbappé opened the scoring in the 41st minute to give Real Madrid a 1–0 lead at the break. Barcelona fought back after the interval, with Raphinha finding the net in the 61st minute to restore parity and raise hopes of a comeback.

With the contest heading towards a draw, Mbappé delivered the decisive blow in the 88th minute, completing his brace and putting Real Madrid back in front. Barcelona pushed forward in search of another equaliser during the closing stages, but Madrid held firm to protect their advantage.

The late strike proved decisive in a fiercely contested encounter, handing Real Madrid a 2–1 victory over their arch-rivals.


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