Mbappe scores twice as Real Madrid beats Barcelona in El Clasico
Kylian Mbappe scored in each half as Real Madrid won 2-1 in La Liga against Barcelona.
Real Madrid handed Barcelona their first loss of the season in a thrilling 2-1 victory at Camp Nou. Mbappe scored in each half, including the winner in the 87th minute.
Barcelona's Raphinha scored in the second half but could not force an equaliser. Barcelona had been trying to become the first side to win their opening 10 league matches, matching Madrid's nine straight wins from 1968-69.
Madrid remain third but move within three points of the Spanish leaders. The win dealt a blow to Barcelona's unbeaten run and reignited the competition.
- Real Madrid 2, Barcelona 1
- Final score
- 87th minute
- Winning goal time
- Nine matches
- Barcelona's winning streak
- Three points
- Points gap to leaders
Why it mattersThe clasico is always pivotal in La Liga's title race, and this loss could shift momentum as the season unfolds.
AustraliaLa Liga is widely followed by Australian football fans, particularly those who watch Mbappe and Real Madrid.
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