Real Madrid Beat Barcelona in El Clasico: Jude Bellingham Subtly Mocks Lamine Yamal
- Jude Bellingham appeared to take a subtle dig at Lamine Yamal after Real Madrid’s triumph in Sunday’s El Clásico
- The 22-year-old midfielder netted the decisive goal as Los Blancos ended their four-game winless run against their fiercest rivals
- Bellingha's goal and assist secured all three points for Madrid and cemented his place in the club’s storied history
Real Madrid reigned supreme once again in the first instalment of El Clásico this 2025/26 season, defeating Barcelona in a thrilling contest that had everything, including goals, grit, and drama both on and off the pitch.
The Santiago Bernabéu roared with delight as Los Blancos not only restored pride but also tightened their grip at the top of La Liga.
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Bellingham spurs Madrid to El Clásico win
Jude Bellingham was the heartbeat of Madrid’s victory, producing a statement performance that silenced his critics.
The English midfielder had gone six matches without a goal or assist since returning from shoulder surgery, prompting whispers about whether he could rediscover his debut season form.
But on the biggest stage of all, he answered emphatically. Bellingham orchestrated the opener with a precise through ball that sliced through Barcelona’s defence, setting up Kylian Mbappé to score in the 22nd minute.
Watch Bellingham's assist to Mbappe:
After Fermin Lopez equalised, the former Dortmund star restored Madrid’s advantage before half-time with a calm finish inside the box.
It was his fourth goal in five El Clásico appearances — a remarkable record for a player still only 22.
According to Squawka, Bellingham didn’t just score and assist; he dominated.
He won seven duels, recovered possession five times, and completed three tackles, showing the complete midfield package that has made him one of Europe’s most valuable assets.
ESPN UK later reported that at 22 years and 119 days, he became the youngest Real Madrid player to both score and assist in an El Clásico in the 21st century.
The 2-1 victory also snapped Barcelona’s four-match winning streak in the rivalry, extending Madrid’s lead to five points at the top of the league.
The match ended with Pedri receiving a red card and tempers flaring after the full-time whistle.
Bellingham’s subtle jab at Yamal
Just when fans thought the action was over, Bellingham added fuel to the fire with a social media post aimed at Barcelona’s teenage prodigy, Lamine Yamal.
Before the match, Yamal had stirred the pot with confident pre-game remarks, earning the nickname “Mr. Talk and Do” from fans.
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But the 18-year-old, who is looking to commercialise his autograph, endured a frustrating outing, struggling to make an impact as Madrid’s dominance grew.
After the final whistle, Bellingham took to Instagram with a pointed message:
“Talk is cheap. HALA MADRID ALWAYS!!! 🤍” — accompanied by a photo of his signature celebration pose.
The post quickly went viral, sparking conversations among supporters and pundits. Stephen Zando, a sports journalist with Luv FM, told YEN.com.gh:
"Moments like these add flavour to football — especially in a rivalry as intense as Real Madrid versus Barcelona. It heightens the intrigue and keeps the fire burning. Believe me, Lamine Yamal and Barcelona will be eager to respond in the return fixture. But for now, this one clearly belonged to Madrid — and, in particular, to Jude Bellingham."
Bellingham names most gifted at Madrid
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Jude Bellingham singled out one of his teammates as the most gifted player in Real Madrid’s squad.
The English midfielder praised his colleague’s remarkable ability, noting how effortlessly he controls the ball and dictates the flow of matches.
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