Aoba Tanaka 
In a thrilling El Clasico encounter, Jude Bellingham emerged as the hero for Real Madrid, scoring a late winner to secure a dramatic 3-2 victory over Barcelona at the Bernabeu. The win propels Real Madrid 11 points clear at the top of La Liga, firmly positioning them as favorites to reclaim the title with just six games remaining this season.
The match saw both teams trading blows throughout, with Andres Christensen giving Barcelona an early lead before Vinicius Jr’s penalty restored parity for Real Madrid at halftime. Barcelona regained the lead through Fermin Lopez’s strike, only for Lucas Vazquez to level the scores once again for Real Madrid.
However, it was Bellingham who stole the spotlight in stoppage time, smashing the ball into the roof of the net to seal a crucial victory for Real Madrid. The result extends Real’s unbeaten run across all competitions to an impressive 28 matches, highlighting their dominance under manager Carlo Ancelotti.
For Bellingham, the late winner marks another standout performance in his debut season for Real Madrid. The English midfielder has quickly become a key figure for the club, showcasing his ability to deliver on the big stage time and time again. His goal against Barcelona makes him the first Real player since Ruud van Nistelrooy in 2007 to score in his first two La Liga El Clasicos, further cementing his status as a rising star in Spanish football.
Despite the thrilling spectacle on the pitch, controversy marred the match as Barcelona were left aggrieved by a decision from VAR officials. A contentious call regarding a potential goal-line clearance denied Barcelona a crucial goal, prompting criticism from coach Xavi and goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen. Both expressed frustration over the absence of goal-line technology in La Liga, calling for advancements to ensure fairer officiating in future matches.
As emotions run high following this pulsating El Clasico clash, fans and pundits alike are left eagerly anticipating the next chapter in the fierce rivalry between two of football’s most storied clubs.
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