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Kylian Mbappé has etched his name into El Clásico history by scoring in his fourth consecutive match against Barcelona, joining an elite group of players who have achieved this feat in the 21st century. The French forward’s goal came in Real Madrid’s 2–1 victory over Barcelona at the Santiago Bernabéu, with Jude Bellingham also contributing significantly to the win.
Mbappé Becomes Third Player in 21st Century to Score in Four Consecutive Clásicos
Mbappé’s goal in the 22nd minute, following an assist from Bellingham, not only gave Madrid the lead but also placed him alongside legends Cristiano Ronaldo and Ronaldinho as the only players in the 21st century to score in four consecutive El Clásicos. At 22 years and 119 days old, Bellingham became the youngest Real Madrid player to both score and assist in an El Clásico in the 21st century.
Jude Bellingham Shines with Goal and Assist in Madrid’s 2–1 Victory
After Barcelona equalized through Fermin López in the 38th minute, Bellingham restored Madrid’s lead just before halftime. His performance was a testament to his growing influence in the team, and his contributions were pivotal in securing the three points for Madrid.
Real Madrid Extend La Liga Lead to Five Points Ahead of Barcelona
With this victory, Real Madrid extended their lead at the top of La Liga to five points over Barcelona, strengthening their position in the title race. The match also marked the first El Clásico under new manager Xabi Alonso, who will be pleased with the team’s performance and the resilience shown in securing the win.
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